Manchester United came from behind to beat Bodo/Glimt 3-2 in the Europa League and secure their first victory under new manager Ruben Amorim as Tottenham Hotspur were held to a 2-2 draw by AS Roma on Thursday.
United went ahead inside the first minute thanks to a howler from keeper Nikita Haikin, who failed to deal with a back pass and under pressure from Rasmus Hojlund the ball broke free for Alejandro Garnacho to tap in from close range.
The Norwegians scored twice with quick breaks, Hakon Evjen hitting a superb strike into the top corner in the 19th minute and Philip Zinckernagel holding off Tyrell Malacia before beating keeper Andre Onana to stun the Old Trafford crowd.
United equalised just before the break when Noussair Mazraoui's pass into the area picked out Hojlund who controlled the ball with his first touch before getting a shot away between two defenders into the far corner.
Amorim's side went ahead five minutes after the break when Manuel Ugarte's low pass across the area was guided into the net by Hojlund shortly after Mason Mount had hit the crossbar.
United could not find another goal, however, and needed two good saves from Onana to secure the three points which lifted them to 12th in the standings on nine points, ahead of Bodo/Glimt on seven.
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Good night!
23:43 , Jonathan GorrieThanks for joining Standard Sport’s LIVE coverage of Manchester United’s win over Bodo/Glimt.
Find our report, ratings, reaction and analysis below!
Rasmus Hojlund reveals Ruben Amorim masterplan as first win secured
23:35 , Jonathan GorrieRasmus Hojlund has put the manner of Manchester United’s goals against Bodo/Glimt down to Ruben Amorim’s instructions.
The Red Devils made it back-to-back wins in the Europa League after coming from behind to beat the Norwegian outfit 3-2 in the Portuguese tactician’s first home game as head coach.
Ruben Amorim directs 'special' message to Man United fans after thrilling first win
22:39 , Jonathan GorrieRuben Amorim has compared his first home game as Manchester United to a “real ride” after they came from behind to beat Bodo/Glimt 3-2 in the Europa League.
It was an entertaining watch at Old Trafford as Alejandro Garnacho struck inside the opening two minutes to hand the Portuguese tactician a dream start on his bow at the Theatre of Dreams.
Still, just like against Ipswich on Sunday, United couldn’t build on the lead. Pegged back by Hakon Evjen before conceding to Philip Zinckernagel’s strike minutes later, Amorim’s special night was in danger of being ruined by the Norwegian outfit.
Rasmus Hojlund fires Ruben Amorim to first win in Man United thriller
21:58 , Jonathan GorrieRasmus Hojlund scored a brace to fire Ruben Amorim to his first win in charge of Manchester United against Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League.
FT: Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:54 , Jonathan GorrieIt’s over! Ruben Amorim has his first win in charge of Manchester United in dramatic circumstances.
Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:54 , Jonathan Gorrie92 mins: Onana SAVES!
Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:53 , Jonathan Gorrie91 mins: Very dangerous free-kick for Bodo/Glimt after a Casemiro foul just outside the box
Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:51 , Jonathan Gorrie88 mins: Onana booked for time wasting!
Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:46 , Jonathan Gorrie83 mins: Given how the game has gone, you wouldn’t be shocked at another twist.
It is United, however, who are looking much the more likely.
Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:41 , Jonathan Gorrie77 mins: There had been a VAR check when Onana was caught on the ball for handball but nothing given.
Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:41 , Jonathan Gorrie75 mins: Very risky moment as Onana is caught on the ball way outside his box.
United then break, Amad squaring to Garnacho but the winger fires over.
Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:35 , Jonathan Gorrie72 mins: Garnacho fires one wide after a knock down from Hojlund.
Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:29 , Jonathan Gorrie66 mins: Amorim happy to make changes here as he looks to get his whole squad used to his methods
Off: @Mdeligt_04
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Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:20 , Jonathan Gorrie57 mins: Worth noting it appears as if United have moved to a back four when out of possession and, thus far, it appears to be working.
Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:16 , Jonathan Gorrie53 mins: Garnacho almost makes it four but his effort after a fine individual run is saved!
GOAL! Man Utd 3-2 Bodo/Glimt | Rasmus Hojlund '50
21:13 , Jonathan Gorrie50 mins: GOAL!
A brilliant flick from Mount plays in Ugarte, who crosses for Hojlund,
The striker taps in to give the Red Devils the lead!
Man Utd 2-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:10 , Jonathan Gorrie47 mins: OFF THE BAR!
Mount strikes the upright after some clever foot work in the box!
Man Utd 2-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:09 , Jonathan Gorrie46 mins: Dalot on for Malacia at the break.
Man Utd 2-2 Bodo/Glimt
21:07 , Jonathan GorrieBack underway!
HT: Man Utd 2-2 Bodo/Glimt
20:5145 mins: A thrilling first-half comes to an end!
GOAL! Man Utd 2-2 Bodo/Glimt | Rasmus Hojlund '44
20:49 , Jonathan Gorrie44 mins: GOAL!
And United are level! Rasmus Hojlund with a brilliant touch and volley after great work from Mazraoui!
Man Utd 1-2 Bodo/Glimt
20:43 , Jonathan Gorrie37 mins: United are having quite a bit of luck getting down the left but their final ball is lacking.
Man Utd 1-2 Bodo/Glimt
20:38 , Jonathan Gorrie34 mins: United are still seeing a lot of the ball but you just cannot trust them to keep the back door shut.
Man Utd 1-2 Bodo/Glimt
20:32 , Jonathan Gorrie28 mins: United look shell-shocked. Bodo/Glimt look dangerous any time they go forward.
GOAL! Man Utd 1-2 Bodo/Glimt | Philip Zinckernagel '21
20:2821 mins: GOAL!
It goes from bad to worse as Bodo/Glimt isolate Malacia after a long ball from the goalkeeper.
Philip Zinckernagel runs at the Dutchman, beats him for pace and slot past Onana.
GOAL! Man Utd 1-1 Bodo/Glimt | Hakon Evjen '18
20:24 , Jonathan Gorrie18 mins: GOAL!
Hakon Evjen levels for the visitors with a fine finish, curling one past Andre Onana from outside the box.
Man Utd 1-0 Bodo/Glimt
20:19 , Jonathan Gorrie15 mins: Very nice play from Garnacho to pull back for Mount, though he sees his shot saved.
United turning up the tempo somewhat now.
Man Utd 1-0 Bodo/Glimt
20:15 , Jonathan Gorrie12 mins: United now having a lot of the ball but cannot find much of a way through.
Man Utd 1-0 Bodo/Glimt
20:12 , Jonathan Gorrie09 mins: The visitors do appear to be growing in confidence, albeit without causing too many problems.
Man Utd 1-0 Bodo/Glimt
20:09 , Jonathan Gorrie06 mins: Antony somewhat exposed and the visitors break down United’s right, though Dalot eventually clears.
Man Utd 1-0 Bodo/Glimt
20:07 , Jonathan Gorrie04 mins: United look really confident here.
Yes, they got a little fortunate with the goal but they’ve settled into the game well.
GOAL! Man Utd 1-0 Bodo/Glimt | Alejandro Garnacho '1
20:04 , Jonathan Gorrie01 mins: GOAL!
A brilliant start for the hosts! Ramsus Hojlund presses the Bodo/Glimt goalkeeper, who takes far too long to clear the ball.
The striker blocks the clearance and the ball rolls to Alejandro Garnacho to tap in!
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20:01 , Jonathan GorrieKICK-OFF!
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19:42 , Jonathan GorrieManuel Ugarte looking to stake a claim!
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Five things you might have missed from Ruben Amorim's first match as Manchester United boss
19:32 , Jonathan GorrieRuben Amorim and Manchester United’s new-look coaching staff have plenty to pore over.
Life at Manchester United under new manager Amorim began with Sunday’s 1-1 draw at Ipswich Town.
Plenty of United fans — and no doubt Amorim himself — will have believed it could have been a whole lot more than a point when Marcus Rashford scored the opening goal after just 81 seconds.
Instead, the Red Devils were unable to kick on, conceding a fine equaliser to Omari Hutchinson before the interval and ultimately failing to make a winning start under Amorim.
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19:02 , Jonathan GorrieA big evening for Tyrell Malacia!
Back in the XI! 🫶
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Man Utd vs Bodo/Glimt
18:59 , Jonathan GorrieTyrell Malacia makes his first start since 2023, while Lisandro Martinez returns from injury.
Antony appears to be playing right wing-back and it’s a big evening for Mason Mount as he makes a start following praise from Amorim.
Confirmed Manchester United lineup
18:49 , Jonathan GorrieMan Utd XI: Onana; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez; Antony, Ugarte, Fernandes; Malacia; Mount, Garnacho, Hojlund
Subs: Bayindir, Heaton, Dalot, Shaw, Casemiro, Eriksen, Mainoo, Amad, Rashford, Zirkzee
Man Utd vs Bodo Glimt
18:14 , Jonathan GorrieThe players arrive!
Arrivals... inside the dressing room! 👊🔥#MUFC || #UEL pic.twitter.com/kLIxqF1Myp
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) November 28, 2024
Gary Neville reveals 'red flags' watching Manchester United in Ruben Amorim's first game
18:11 , Jonathan GorrieGary Neville has revealed some of the “red flags” he saw while watching Ruben Amorim’s first game in charge of Manchester United.
The new era dawned in fairly underwhelming fashion for the Red Devils on Sunday following a 1-1 draw with Ipswich as Amorim began life in a Premier League dugout.
Ruben Amorim dealt early blow to transfer plans after club post financial loss
17:52 , Jonathan GorrieRuben Amorim will be restricted in the transfer market after Manchester United posted an operating loss of £6.9million for the first quarter of the 2024-25 financial year.
The latest financial figures from Old Trafford show the cost of failure to qualify for the Champions League, and underline the fact Amorim will be unable to spend big money rebuilding his squad.
Ruben Amorim poses Marcus Rashford question and suggests position change
17:41 , Jonathan GorrieRuben Amorim says Marcus Rashford has "to really, really want it" if he is going to improve his form for Manchester United, and does not see the player's future as a striker.
Rashford scored the first goal of the Amorim era on Sunday, finding the back of the net inside 90 seconds, but could not prevent United drawing 1-1 with Ipswich.
Manchester United confirm cost of sacking Erik ten Hag and hiring Ruben Amorim as ticket prices raised
17:36 , Jonathan GorrieManchester United have confirmed the true cost of sacking Erik ten Hag and replacing the manager with Ruben Amorim.
Ten Hag was finally dismissed at the end of October, the day after a 2-1 loss to West Ham and just three months after being rewarded with a new contract.
Man Utd vs Bodo/Glimt: Latest Europa League odds today
17:34 , Jonathan GorrieMan United to win: 1/5
Draw: 11/2
Bodo/Glimt to win: 11/1
Odds via Sky Bet and subject to change.
Man Utd vs Bodo/Glimt: Europa League score prediction today
17:31 , Jonathan GorrieThe Norwegian side are above United in the Europa League table so should be treated with respect but anything other than a win would be little short of a disaster in Amorim’s first home game.
Man United to win, 3-1.
Man Utd team news vs Bodo/Glimt
17:31 , Jonathan GorrieMason Mount could play in a deeper role alongside Manuel Ugarte, bringing more legs to the midfield after Casemiro and Christian Eriksen were favoured over the weekend.
Amorim has decisions to make with Kobbie Mainoo and Tyrell Malacia, who were both unused substitutes against Ipswich. Malacia will surely be eased back into action after so long on the sidelines, while Mainoo could also have his minutes managed after more than six weeks out.
Marcus Rashford scored inside two minutes of Amorim’s first match and appears to have more confidence than either Rasmus Hojlund or Joshua Zirkzee, while Amad Diallo impressed at right wing-back last time out and there is every chance he starts there again.
Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire have been spotted in training in a major boost for Amorim.
How to watch Manchester United vs Bodo/Glimt
17:29 , Jonathan GorrieTV channel: The game will be broadcast on TNT Sports 2 and TNT Sports Ultimate. Coverage starts at 7pm GMT ahead of an 8pm kick-off.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Discovery+ app.
LIVE coverage: Follow all the action with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog!
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Welcome
16:20 , Jonathan GorrieGood evening and welcome to Standard Sport’s LIVE coverage of Manchester United’s clash with Bodo/Glimt.
Kick-off at Old Trafford is at 8pm GMT.
