Follow usManchester United dropped points in their UEFA Europa League opener, drawing 1-1 against FC Twente.
Among the Premier League teams competing in UEFA tournaments, only Liverpool secured a win in their first match. Manchester City and Arsenal both drew against Serie A opponents, while Chelsea has yet to play their Conference League opener.
Christian Eriksen gave United the lead in the 35th minute with a powerful strike, seemingly setting the stage for a comfortable victory.
Some hit 😮💨 pic.twitter.com/fM7WckNs6l
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) September 25, 2024
However, Twente’s Sam Lammers equalized in the 68th minute with a left-footed shot that beat goalkeeper André Onana at his near post.
United pushed for a late winner, but Twente goalkeeper Lars Unnerstall made a crucial stoppage-time save to deny them the three points.
🚨🚨| Erik ten Hag’s former club FC Twente come to Old Trafford and leave with a 1-1 draw against Manchester United in the opening game of Europa League 😬🫣 pic.twitter.com/pTahJGW2mC
— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) September 25, 2024
Manchester United will next face Porto away on October 3rd in their Europa League campaign.
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