Manchester United knocked fellow European heavyweights Barcelona out of the Europa League last night.
Erik ten Hag has worked his magic on this team. Last night’s performance was yet again a testament to the instant impact he has had on a once-deflated United side.
Whilst both sides should really be competing in the Champions League, Ten Hag had no say over the Reds’ European placement at the end of last season. However, to go toe-to-toe with the La Liga leaders, come from behind twice and look the stronger side across both legs showed a different kind of tenacity and mentality that fans haven’t seen from the players in several years.
At the Camp Nou, it was a goal from talisman Marcus Rashford and an own-goal from Jules Kounde that kept United in the tie. On Thursday, it was a Brazilian connection that sealed the emphatic victory through Fred and Antony.
Every United player on the pitch left everything on it. The connection between the current squad and fans has never been as strong as it is now – both parties grow in confidence and optimism with every game that passes.
Reds react to victory against Barcelona
Take a look at how the Reds reacted following their European progression:
What a night 🔥👹The teamwork, the character, the rocking stands… MANCHESTER UNITED!! #mufc #uel pic.twitter.com/bURCyTHwvc
— Lisandro Martinez (@LisandrMartinez) February 24, 2023
This is what we are all about as a team. United never give up. pic.twitter.com/O6UfzidGQb
— Bruno Fernandes (@B_Fernandes8) February 24, 2023
I said Old Trafford will decide – it did 🔥 pic.twitter.com/jPQJ9BNKxl
— David de Gea (@D_DeGea) February 24, 2023
What a night for the team! Next stop Wembley. pic.twitter.com/MdU2RNLrKV
— Marcus Rashford (@MarcusRashford) February 23, 2023
I had a wonderful birthday!! Thanks to my family!! Thanks Old Trafford and @ManUtd!! And thank you for all the birthday wishes!!
👊🏽🔴#MUFC #UEL pic.twitter.com/P48gCS3HPB
— Casemiro (@Casemiro) February 23, 2023
Love this team! @ManUtd pic.twitter.com/hCcjUcxXaH
— Luke Shaw (@LukeShaw23) February 23, 2023
WHAT A NIGHT ❤️🔥 @ManUtd pic.twitter.com/5CRl8m2Rdv
— Diogo Dalot (@DalotDiogo) February 23, 2023
What a magical night. What an incredible energy. This is United! Thanks God! pic.twitter.com/P1BPR1w1MA
— Fred Rodrigues (@Fred08oficial) February 23, 2023
What a Night!
What a Club!
What a Stadium!🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥@ManUtd pic.twitter.com/tZ826wD0z7
— Antony Santos (@antony00) February 23, 2023
Next-up: Wembley. United take on Newcastle in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday, February 26.