“We’re fully back; Best Bald manager in the world”- Fans go crazy as Manchester United stuns Barcelona to enter Europa League pre-quarterfinals

It was one of the historic nights at Old Trafford as home underdogs, Manchester United defeated favorites, Barcelona in the second tie of the Round of 32 clash of the Europa League. Despite trailing 0-1 at the end of the first half, strikes from Fred and Antony helped the Red Devils bounce back and crush the Catalans 2-1 at the time of the full-time whistle.

The first half of the match saw Barcelona’s dominance as Robert Lewandowski’s penalty in the 18th minute helped the visitors take lead at Old Trafford. Although it was a soft penalty call and the decision could’ve gone either way when Bruno Fernandes fouled Balde, the decision gave the decision in Barcelona’s favor and awarded them a penalty. Lewandowski didn’t miss and as a result, Barcelona went 1-0 up.

However, fans and spectators witnessed a resurgent Manchester United in the second half when just two minutes after the second half, Fred equalized the scoreline after a beautiful strike to beat Marc Andre ter Stegan. From that moment onwards, the Red Devils never looked back and in the 73rd minute, Antony, who was brought in for Werghorst, scored from the right wing and gave Manchester United the lead.

However, it was not just because of a great attacking and mid-field that United was able to run the show. Crucial saves from David de Gea and last-minute ball clearance from Rafael Varane also helped United take hold of their lead till the very last moment.

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Twitter reacts as Manchester United advances to Europa League’s quarterfinals after defeating Barcelona

Following Manchester United’s iconic win, Twitter exploded and fans, especially those of the Red Devils, filled it with joy and happiness as if they were preparing to celebrate a festival. Apparently, it is after a very long time that smiles have returned to their supporters’ smiles.

While some trolled Barcelona over their poor performance in the Europa League for the second consecutive time, others hailed Erik ten Hag and his style of play after United’s superb display in Old Trafford on Thursday. Here are some of the reactions-

Manchester United will next square off against Newcastle United on Sunday in the EFL Cup final on Sunday, a day that might hand ten Hag his first title for the Red Devils. On the other hand, Barcelona will now travel back home and face Almeria in La Liga on Sunday. They are still eight points ahead of Real Madrid in the Spanish league.

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