Manchester United survive Leeds storm to secure 4-2 win
Manchester United survived blowing another half-time lead to open up a four-point advantage in the race for a top-four finish in the Premier League with a thrilling 4-2 win at relegation-threatened Leeds.
A 6️⃣ goal thriller at a rain soaked Elland Road ends with @ManUtd taking all three points 🔥#LEEMUN pic.twitter.com/80JGoVF4b5
— Premier League (@premierleague) February 20, 2022
Harry Maguire responded to questions over his status as captain of the Red Devils by opening the scoring on 34 minutes before Bruno Fernandes added a second on the stroke of half-time.
GET. IN. THERE.#MUFC | #LEEMUN pic.twitter.com/iJgsqJmjZt
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 20, 2022
Lost leads have been a feature of Ralf Rangnick’s interim spell in charge and United were punished by another slow start to a second half as Rodrigo’s fortunate cross and substitute Raphinha brought Leeds level.
🎙 Marcelo gives his thoughts on today's clash at Elland Road pic.twitter.com/lu4648OJII
— Leeds United (@LUFC) February 20, 2022
However, United this time bounced back to find a winner when Fred smashed in 20 minutes from time before Anthony Elanga sealed the points late on.
Off the bench ⏩ On the scoresheet.
We're buzzing for you, @Fred08Oficial! 🙌#MUFC | #LEEMUN pic.twitter.com/1x5H48Q6bx
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 20, 2022
🎶 Rhythm is a dancer, Anthony Elanga… 🕺#MUFC | #LEEMUN pic.twitter.com/q5jFC8ZK4d
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 20, 2022
This was United’s first league visit to Elland Road in front of a capacity crowd in 19 years.
🗣 A post-match word from our Portuguese magnifico! 🇵🇹#MUFC | #LEEMUN pic.twitter.com/B2ugF5OHED
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 20, 2022