Man Utd Claims 2-1 Victory over Barcelona (Agg: 4-3) to win Europa League play-off

It was a big night for Erik ten Hag in a thrilling Europa League play-off as Manchester united emerged victorious over Barcelona with a 2-1 score line on the night, securing a 4-3 aggregate win. The hero of the night was none other than Antony who came off the bench to secure the winning goal in the dying moments of the game.

Robert Lewandowski's early penalty had left Erik ten Hag's team with work to do but his half-time change turned the game with second-half goals from Fred and substitute Antony enough to take United through to the round of 16 at the expense of Xavi's Barca.

The game was a tactical battle between the two great managers, Erik Ten Hag of Manchester United and Ronald Koeman of Barcelona since both teams came into the game with a lot to prove and it was evident in the high-intensity football on display.

Both teams in the 1^st half created chances but it was Manchester United who took the lead through a stunning goal from Mason Greenwood. The young forward received the ball just outside the box and unleashed a fierce shot into the top corner, leaving Barcelona’s keeper helpless.

Barcelona responded in the second off with Antoine Griezman scoring a goal to level the tie but the game was finally balanced and it looked like it could go either way.

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But it was Manchster United who found the winner and it came from an unlikely source. Antony, who had come off the bench just moments earlier Scored with a well-placed shot from the edge of the box to send the home fans into delirium.

The victory was a hug boost for Manchester United who had struggled in recent weeks. It was also a testament to the tactical nous of Erik ten Hag who outwitted his countpart on the night.

They go into Sunday's Carabao Cup final still chasing glory in four different competitions.