Greenwood scores crucial goal for Manchester United in Europa League clash against Marseille
### Greenwood Scores Crucial Goal for Manchester United in Europa League Clash Against Marseille
Manchester United secured their first win of the Europa League season with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Marseille on Wednesday night at Old Trafford.
The match was tightly contested from start to finish, with both teams displaying high levels of intensity and creativity. However, it was Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side who emerged victorious through a stunning goal scored by Marcus Rashford just before full time.
Rashford's goal came after Marseille had twice put United under pressure. The Belgian striker received a pass from Anthony Martial and, after evading several defenders, found himself unmarked in front of the net. He rifled home the ball into the bottom corner, sending the stadium into rapturous applause.
United's defense, which had been struggling to keep Marseille out all afternoon, held firm until the final whistle. Substitute Jesse Lingard added another goal late on to ensure the result remained secure.
This victory is significant for Manchester United as they move up to second place in Group B of the Europa League standings. It also gives them hope for the upcoming Champions League group stage, where they face Liverpool and Real Madrid.
Solskjaer praised his team's resilience and adaptability throughout the game. "We played some fantastic football today," he said. "It was tough but we stuck together and kept fighting."
Marseille, meanwhile, must be disappointed with their performance. They were expected to be one of the favorites due to their strong domestic form and impressive performances in the Europa League this season. Their defeat leaves them in third place in Group B, two points behind Manchester United.
The next Europa League fixture for Manchester United will be against Anderlecht on May 5th. With the league table closely contested, any success on the continent will be crucial for United's hopes of reaching the knockout stages.