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Amorim gets first Man United win in 3-2 thriller vs Bodo/Glimt
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The Red Devils scored inside 49 seconds, but had to come back from 1-2 down

Manchester United secured a thrilling 3-2 victory over Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in a Europa League group stage match at Old Trafford, marking new manager Ruben Amorim’s first win with the club. The encounter was filled with drama and excitement as the Red Devils triumphed in a closely contested affair.

United got off to a dream start, scoring within the first minute. Bodo/Glimt goalkeeper Nikita Haykin mishandled a clearance under pressure from Rasmus Højlund, allowing Alejandro Garnacho to capitalize and slot the ball into an empty net for 1-0.

The visitors responded strongly, leveling the score in the 19th minute through Evhen, who finished expertly into the top right corner after a well-placed pass from Sondre Fett. Just minutes later, Bodo/Glimt stunned Old Trafford as Philip Zinckernagel broke through United’s defense and fired his team into a 2-1 lead.

United equalized just before halftime, courtesy of an impressive individual effort from Nousair Mazraoui. The defender intercepted a play, beat two opponents, and delivered a precise cross to Højlund, who turned sharply and slotted the ball past Haykin to make it 2-2.

In the second half, United took control of the match. Mason Mount came close to putting the home side ahead, but his strike hit the crossbar. In the 49th minute, United found their winner. Manuel Ugarte made a powerful run down the flank and delivered a low cross to Højlund, who calmly finished for his second goal of the night, making it 3-2. VAR reviewed the goal for potential infractions but found none, allowing the goal to stand.

The victory marked a crucial step forward for United under Amorim, lifting spirits and providing momentum in their Europa League campaign.