Manchester United delivered a dominant performance against Real Sociedad, securing a 4-1 victory at Old Trafford to advance to the Europa League quarter-finals with a 5-2 aggregate score.
A Rocky Start for United
The match began on a challenging note for the hosts as Real Sociedad took the lead through a penalty converted by Mikel Oyarzabal in the 10th minute. The early setback forced United to step up their attacking play, with Bruno Fernandes leading the response.
Fernandes Steals the Show
The Portuguese midfielder put in a sensational performance, scoring a hat-trick that included two penalties. His precise finishing and composure under pressure ensured United regained control of the tie before halftime. Diogo Dalot added the fourth goal late in the game, sealing a convincing win for the Red Devils.
A Moment of Sportsmanship
One of the standout moments of the night came when United’s Patrick Dorgu showed exceptional sportsmanship by asking the referee to overturn a penalty initially awarded to his team. His honesty was widely applauded by fans and pundits.
Next Challenge: Olympique Lyonnais
With this win, Manchester United now sets up a quarter-final clash against Olympique Lyonnais. Erik ten Hag’s side will be aiming to continue their strong Europa League campaign and push for silverware this season.
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