Europa League: Man Utd survive Omonia scare, Arsenal beat Glimt 2-0

Despite Cristiano Ronaldo having a poor night in front of goal, Manchester United managed to overcome a spirited Omonia in the Europa League.

In fact, it was the home side that took the lead in the 34th minute against the run of play, with Karim Ansarifard slotting home past David de Gea.

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Substitutes Marcus Rashford & Anthony Martial provided the spark in the second half, scoring 3 goals between them as United went 3-1 ahead.

But United’s poor defending saw Omonia score their second in the 85th minute to ensure a nervy finish for the Red Devils, who just about managed to take home the 3 points eventually.

But the biggest talking point of the game was Cristiano Ronaldo, who missed several glorious chances to reach the coveted 700th goal of his club career. CR7 painted a frustrated figure, failing to convert several straightforward goal-scoring opportunities.

Premier League leaders Arsenal, on the other hand, won comfortably against Bodø/Glimt despite playing a second-string side.

Eddie Nketiah, Rob Holding & Fabio Viera were all on the scoresheet for the Gunners as they completed a 3-0 rout against their Norwegian opponents.

Mikel Arteta’s side have won both their games of the Europa League campaign so far and are currently, top of the table.