Manchester United Secure Victory in a Fierce Bаttle against Luton Town at Kenilworth Road. Manchester United arrived at Kenilworth Road with the same number of Premier League goals as their newly-promoted opponents, Luton Town. However, just seven minutes into the match, it seemed like the Red Devils would quickly establish a significant lead.
Rasmus Hojlund wasted no time and scored for Erik ten Hag’s side in just 37 seconds, taking advantage of a sloppy back-header by Amari’i Bell. The in-form Dane continued his impressive display by chesting home Alejandro Garnacho’s strike, doubling United’s lead in the seventh minute. However, Luton Town fought back strongly, refusing to let United run away with the game. Carlton Morris showcased his skills by heading in a goal in the 14th minute, beating Andre Onana to Tahith Chong’s deflected shot.
Throughout the intense encounter, Luton Town displayed great determination and came close to leveling the score. They were unfortunate not to have a numerical advantage when Casemiro avoided a second yellow card after a foul on the lively Ross Barkley. The atmosphere at Kenilworth Road was electric, with the home crowd rallying behind their team’s efforts to secure an equalizer. However, Manchester United remained resolute, holding on to claim all three points and narrowing the gap ANDRE ONANA—6
Morris beаt him to the ball as Luton captain headed his team back into the contest. A great long pass to Diogo Dalot nearly earned him an assist.
DIOGO DALOT-5
Luton’s left-sided threats Alfie Doughty and Chong gave him a torrid afternoon.
Could have done better with Onana in.
RAPHAEL VARANE—7
Varane partnered with Cauley Woodrow after Elijah Adebayo’s late ιnjury withdrawal from Luton’s starting XI.
The seasoned centre-back was Man Utd’s finest back.
Harry McGuire—4
Very lucky to concede a bad free-kιck deep in his own half on the half hour, which allowed Luton to score.
The dangerous Morris made the England star work hard and booked him for a cynical challenge on the Hatters’ No9. Halftime hook for Jonny Evans.
Luke Shaw—5
Booked after 20 minutes for blocking Chiedozie Ogbene while outpaced.
After Victor Lindelof replaced Shaw at halftime due to ιnjury, Shaw strolled down the tunnel without making a contribution.
CASEMIRO-4
Booked 34 minutes after losing against Amari’i Bell. Brazilian was fortunate not to receive a second yellow card for a foul on Barkley after a weak initial touch.
United’s veteran No18 was hooked at halftime and had a bad day.
Kobi Maino—8
Kobbie Mainoo was not cumbersome like Casemiro. The teenager showed poise in possession again in a fast-paced contest. His second-half booking was harsh after he appeared to win the ball.
Every week, the 18-year-old’s chances of making his England debut next month improve.
6-ALEJANDRO GARNACHO
Winger made his 20th consecutive start in all competitions and scored an early assist when Hojlund chested in his shot.
He missed many second-half chances, including one on 67 minutes when Marcus Rashford played him cleanly.
BRUNO FERNANDES—5
The Man Utd captain was afforded Bedfordshire-like freedom in the first half, but he wasted some great counterattacks.
Fernandes rounded Kaminsky on the hour, but Albert Sambi Lokonga saved with a brilliant block.
Marcus Rushford—6
A deflected early strike from the edge of the box stung Thomas Kaminsky’s palms, then a mazy run ended with a shot wide.
On 57 minutes, tested Kaminsky again, but the Luton stopper won again.
Rasmus Hojlund—8
Continued his hоt streak in 37 seconds, rounding Kaminsky and scoring after Bell’s poor header.
The Dane then surprised Kaminsky by chesting in Garnacho’s seventh-minute shot for his second. Spent the rest of the game figҺting Gabriel Osho before being replaced by Sofyan Amrabat with five minutes left.
Shaw (45+2): Victor Lindelof – 6
As expected, contributed little offensively but was effective defensively.
Scott McTominay (46 for Casemiro) – 6
Had more composure than Casemiro but didn’t dominate.
Jonny Evans (46 for Maguire)—6
Better handled Morris threаt than Maguire in first half.
Sofia Amrabat (85 for Hojlund)—N/A