Manchester United responded with an emphatic 4-1 victory over Real Betis in the Europa League, just days after a humiliating 7-0 defeat to Liverpool. Betis, who travelled to Old Trafford, were caught in the crossfire of United’s vengeance. It took only six minutes for Marcus Rashford to open the scoring with a stunning goal. Betis, however, struck back in the 32nd minute with a goal from Ayoze Perez to level the score.
The second half saw a transformed United side that took the game to the visitors. Brazilian winger Antony scored a stunning goal just after the restart, reminiscent of Arjen Robben’s famous left-footed curler. United’s star man, Bruno Fernandes, headed in the third goal from a corner, while Wout Weghorst scored United’s fourth from close range.
United’s solid performance gives them a major advantage going into the second leg of the Europa League against Betis in Spain. The win provides the team with some breathing room as they attempt to reach the quarterfinals once again. It was a stark contrast from their previous performance against Liverpool, where the team was thrashed 7-0 in what was one of the worst defeats in the club’s history. The win was a welcome relief for United’s manager, Erik ten Hag, who, along with the players and fans, needed something to cheer about after that defeat.
United has struggled with consistency this season, with a lack of cutting edge in front of goal proving to be their Achilles’ heel. However, this performance will give the players a much-needed boost of confidence. Betis, on the other hand, will look to bounce back in the second leg of the Europa League, as they look to overturn the aggregate score. With a record of six wins, three draws, and three losses at home this season, Betis will aim to prove that they are not an easy side to beat, even for top European clubs.
