Diallo double gifts United first Europe League win of the season

Amad Diallo’s double lifted Manchester United to a 2-0 victory over PAOK at Old Trafford, sealing their first UEFA Europa League win of the season after drawing their opening three matches. The victory not only adds crucial points but also highlights a string of encouraging performances under interim manager Ruud van Nistelrooy.

The first half saw both teams approach the game cautiously, with neither side able to break through the opposition’s defense. But United emerged from the break with renewed intensity, quickly seizing control. Just five minutes into the second half, Amad Diallo opened the scoring with a well-directed header at the far post. Timing his run perfectly, he met a cross with a looping header that found the corner of the net, putting United in the lead and energizing the home crowd.

What. A. Header.

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As the game progressed, Amad continued to shine, displaying both skill and determination. His second goal came from an impressive sequence where he pressed high to win the ball back from a PAOK defender. Spotting his chance, he took a curling shot from outside the box that found the bottom corner with the help of a slight deflection, doubling United’s advantage and all but securing the victory.

Van Nistelrooy showed his appreciation for Amad’s efforts, warmly embracing the young star as he came off the field as a substitute later in the match. The victory, which was crucial for United’s progress in the Europa League, takes them to six points after four matches, moving them up the standings and into 15th place in the 36-team league