Manchester United v Real Sociedad - as it happened
Join us for LIVE coverage of the Europa League 2024/25 last-16 second leg between Manchester United and Real Sociedad at Old Trafford in Manchester, England.
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Goaaaaaal!
de Manchester United en el 91'
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Statistics of Diogo Dalot in Europa League1330.23010
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90'GOAAAAAAAAAAAALLLL FOR MAN UNITED! Dalot makes it four with his right foot from close range after a cross from Hojlund.
End of match
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90'FT (4-1): Manchester United secured their place in the quarter-finals with a 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad at Old Trafford on Thursday. Thank you for joining us and see you soon!
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90'Four minutes added!
Substitution
at Manchester United
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89'Manchester United sub: Zirkzee goes off and Eriksen comes on.
Goaaaaaal!
de Manchester United en el 87'
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Statistics of Bruno Fernandes in Europa League1470.5420
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87'GOAAAAAAAAAAAALLL FOR MAN UNITED! Bruno Fernandes takes the match ball home after scoring a hat-trick! The Portuguese midfielder nets his third from inside the box following a superb long pass from Garnacho.
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85'The referee initially awards a penalty to Manchester United but then overturns the decision, restarting the match without a penalty after Traore is deemed to have touched the ball in the duel.
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83'United are struggling to finish despite their relentless efforts.
Substitution
at Real Sociedad
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80'Real Sociedad sub: Elustondo goes off and Traore comes on.
Substitution
at Manchester United
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79'Manchester United sub: Casemiro makes way for Collyer.
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75'Real Sociedad sub: Kubo goes off and Oskarsson comes on.
Yellow card
a Real Sociedad
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74'Barrentxea is shown a yellow card.
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73'Corner-kick for the Red Devils! Fernandes takes it but Real goalkeeper Remiro manages to clear it.
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71'Manchester United have had 17 attempts throughout the match, while Real Sociedad have managed just six.
Yellow card
a Real Sociedad
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69'Elustondo is shown a yellow card for grabbing Dorgu in a battle for the ball.
Yellow card
a Real Sociedad
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64'Oyarzabal is shown a yellow card for protesting the referee's decision.
Red card
a Real Sociedad
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63'Aramburu is shown a straight red card for a dangerous foul on Dorgu. He is sent off.
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62'Corner-kick for Real! Brais Mendez takes it but nothing comes of it.
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60'United's pace is proving too much for Real, who are struggling with both speed and physicality in these final minutes.
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57'The Real coach has opted to make three substitutions in a bid to turn the game around. Will he succeed?
Substitution
at Real Sociedad
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55'Real Sociedad triple sub: Becker, Zubeldia and Marin OUT. Barrentxea, Aramburu and Turrientes IN.
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52'Zubimendi is booked by the referee for protesting the penalty decision.
Goaaaaal from a penalty!
de Manchester United en el 50'
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Statistics of Bruno Fernandes in Europa League1470.5420
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50'GOAAAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLL FOR MAN UNITED! Bruno Fernandes puts the hosts ahead from the penalty spot once again!
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50'The referee awards a penalty to Manchester United for a foul by a Real player on Dorgu.
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48'The Red Devils start the second half by putting pressure on the Spaniards, with Aguerd doing his best to handle their early attacks.
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46'The second period staaaaaaaaaarts! No changes at the moment.
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45'HT (1-1): In the first half, Real Sociedad took the lead with a penalty from Oyarzabal, but Bruno Fernandes equalised for Manchester United from the spot. Both teams have been pressing, with United struggling to capitalise on counter-attacks, while Real's Kubo has been the main threat in attack.
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45'Four minutes added!
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43'Dorgu makes a solo run and takes a shot, but Remiro easily catches it!
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40'Dorgu takes a shot from close range after the corner-kick, but the ball goes just over the bar! What a missed opportunity!
Yellow card
a Real Sociedad
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39'Marin pushes Bruno Fernandes in a battle for the ball and is booked by the referee.
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37'The Real Sociedad coach is already preparing for some changes in the second half, sending a few players to warm up.
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35'The pace of the game has slowed down a bit, but the players remain focused on attacking.
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33'Kubo is spearheading Real's attack, creating the most dangerous chances for his side.
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30'The hosts are creating the best chances of the match, while Real are trying to slow the tempo, which is currently very fast-paced.
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27'Real Sociedad are managing to unsettle the United defence. Corner-kick to the Spaniards.
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25'Corner-kick for the Red Devils! Bruno Fernandes takes it but nothing comes of it.
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23'Kubo and Oyarzabal are pushing high in these final minutes, while both sides share possession.
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21'Zubeldia takes a blow to the mouth in a duel with Hojlund and receives medical attention after bleeding.
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19'United's pressing has changed dramatically since Fernandes' goal, with Ruben Amorim's side pushing high up the pitch in the last few minutes.
Goaaaaal from a penalty!
de Manchester United en el 16'
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Statistics of Bruno Fernandes in Europa League1470.5420
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16'GOAAAAAAAAAAAALLL FOR MAN UNITED! Bruno Fernandes makes no mistake, bringing the tie level once again at Old Trafford.
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15'The referee awards a penalty to the Red Devils for Zubeldia’s push on Hojlund after a good move by the hosts. Zubeldia is also shown a yellow card.
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12'Manchester United look more comfortable defending and counter-attacking with long passes, but so far, their efforts are yielding little reward.
Goaaaaal from a penalty!
de Real Sociedad en el 10'
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Statistics of M. Oyarzabal in Europa League1250.42120
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10'GOAAAAAAAAAAAALLLLLLLL FOR REAL SOCIEDAD! Oyarzabal makes no mistake from the spot, confidently putting his team ahead.
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7'De Ligt fouls Oyarzabal inside the box, with Real Sociedad appealing for a penalty. A possible offside is also being reviewed.
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5'Despite dominating, it's the Spaniards who are posing the greater attacking threat.
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3'Manchester United have begun the match controlling possession, with 68 per cent.
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1'Manchester United get us going in red and red from left to right while Real Sociedad are in yellow!
Start of match
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PRVWReal Sociedad starting XI: Remiro (GK); Munoz, Aguerd, Zubeldia, Elustondo; Mendez, Zubimendi, Marin; Becker, Oyarzabal and Kubo.
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PRVWManchester United starting XI: Onana (GK); Mazraoui, De Ligt, Heaven, Dorgu, Dalot; Casemiro, Fernandes; Zirkzee, Hojlund and Garnacho.
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PRVWBenoit Bastien will be in the middle for this one and Willy Delajod will be the VAR.
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PRVWReal Sociedad's possible lineup: Remiro (GK); Elustondo, Zubeldia, Aguerd, Munoz; Turrientes, Zubimendi, Mendez; Kubo, Oyarzabal and Barrenetxea.
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PRVWManchester United's possible lineup: Onana (GK); De Ligt, Lindelof, Mazraoui; Dalot, Fernandes, Casemiro, Dorgu; Garnacho, Hojlund and Zirkzee.
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PRVWAs the clock ticks towards kick-off, all eyes will be on Old Trafford to see which team will take a crucial step closer to European glory.
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PRVWWith key players on both sides likely to step up, this fixture is set to be a thrilling encounter.
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PRVWThe Spanish outfit is more than capable of causing an upset, and they will look to exploit any weaknesses in United's defence.
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PRVWThe Spanish outfit is more than capable of causing an upset, and they will look to exploit any weaknesses in United's defence.
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PRVWThe Spanish outfit is more than capable of causing an upset, and they will look to exploit any weaknesses in United’s defence.
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PRVWManchester United, despite their formidable squad and home advantage, will need to overcome a determined Real Sociedad side, who have shown resilience throughout the competition.
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PRVWThe teams are closely matched, with everything to play for as they aim to secure a place in the quarter-finals.
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PRVWAfter a hard-fought 1-1 draw in the first leg, both Manchester United and Real Sociedad are gearing up for what promises to be an intense second leg in the Europa League.
Pre-match
13 March 2025, 21:00
Referee: Benoît Bastien | VAR: Willy Delajod
Stadium: Old Trafford
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PRVWHello everyone and welcome to live coverage of the Europa League 2024/25 last-16 second leg between Manchester United and Real Sociedad at Old Trafford in Manchester, England!