Manchester United Grind Out Victory at Kenilworth Road, Hojlund Grabs Brace
Manchester United maintained their unbeaten run in 2024 with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over Luton Town at a packed Kenilworth Road. The Red Devils, seeking to keep pace with the top four in the Premier League, were made to work for their points against a determined Luton side fighting for survival.
Danish striker Rasmus Hojlund proved the hero for United, bagging a first-half brace to silence the home crowd. He opened the scoring in the first minute with a clinical finish after a flowing counter-attack, and doubled his tally just six minutes later with a powerful header from a pinpoint Luke Shaw cross.
However, Luton refused to lie down. Carlton Morris pulled one back in the 14th minute with a composed finish after latching onto a loose ball in the box. The Hatters continued to threaten throughout the game, testing on-loan goalkeeper Andreas Onana on several occasions.
The second half saw a scrappy affair, with both sides battling for control. United created chances on the counter-attack, but their finishing lacked composure. Luton, meanwhile, pressed for an equalizer, but their final ball often let them down.
The Red Devils navigated a nervy final few minutes, with Victor Lindelöf picking up a yellow card for a late challenge, before securing all three points. The win moves them to within three points of fifth-placed Tottenham Hotspur, who lost at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers yesterday.
Man of the Match: Rasmus Hojlund (Manchester United)
Talking Points:
- Hojlund continues his impressive form with another vital contribution.
- United’s defense shows signs of improvement, but still needs to tighten up.
- Luton’s battling performance gives them hope in their fight for survival.
What’s Next:
Manchester United travel to face Real Madrid in the Champions League on Wednesday. Luton host Everton in a crucial relegation six-pointer next Saturday.
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