Man United has to fight hard to get 2-1 win at Luton

Rasmus Hojlund extended his remarkable goal-scoring streak to six consecutive Premier League games as Manchester United overcame a spirited Luton Town performance at Kenilworth Road, keeping their top-four aspirations alive.

The £72m summer acquisition from Atalanta, who initially struggled to find the net, showcased his red-hot form by scoring twice within the first seven minutes, propelling Erik ten Hag’s team to their fourth consecutive league victory.

Hojlund capitalized on Amari’i Bell’s mistake just 37 seconds into the game, skillfully rounding keeper Thomas Kaminski to open the scoring. He doubled his tally in the seventh minute, redirecting Alejandro Garnacho’s shot into the net with instinctive precision.

Quiet start to this one… 😅#MUFC || #LUTMUN pic.twitter.com/GiGiipuzGr

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 18, 2024

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Despite Luton Town’s spirited response and Carlton Morris’s quick header, the Hatters struggled to contain United, especially in the first half, creating a lively atmosphere. United faced setbacks before the interval, losing defender Luke Shaw to injury, while Harry Maguire and Casemiro were substituted at halftime.

Despite Luton’s determined efforts in the second half, the visitors generated better chances, with Kaminski denying Garnacho, Bruno Fernandes, Rashford, and a potential Hojlund hat-trick.

The win narrows the gap for United to just five points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa, keeping their hopes alive for a coveted top-four finish.