Manchester: Manchester United registered their win of the season, two points behind rivals United. Rashford and Sancho hit the spots as De Gea earned another clean sheet. Manchester United is now five points behind the table toppers, having played one more game.
The Foxes’ started the game in full attack mode to register an upset at the Theatre of Dreams. De Gea’s stunning efforts saved a trail for the Red Devils. The hosts took the lead of the game in the 25th minute when Rashford smashed one past, Danny Ward. The 25-year-old with the goal became the first United player to score in six consecutive games since Wayne Rooney in 2010.
Overturning a VAR Decision, Rashford doubled United’s lead in the 56th minute. Winger Jadon Sancho and Bruno Fernandez collaborated on a stunning goal to send the United three ahead.
Rashford now has 14 goals in the competition, the third-most this PL Season. After the World Cup, he has scored 16 times in 17 games excluding 4 assists. He has been instrumental in United’s good form in the Premier League, Carabao, Europa, and FA Cup.
Karim Benzema scored the second most after the World Cup, with 10 goals. As United heads to a Sunday Final against Newcastle and a second leg against La Liga leaders FC Barcelona, The pressure on Marcus is heavy.
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