NEWS DIGEST– In a high-stakes Champions League clash, Manchester United faced a setback as they fell to a dramatic 4-3 defeat against Copenhagen, putting their qualification hopes for the round of 16 in jeopardy.
The Red Devils’ troubles began in the first half when Marcus Rashford received a red card in the 42nd minute, leaving United with 10 men. Despite this, United managed to take a commanding 2-0 lead by the 28th minute, courtesy of Rasmus Højlund’s brace, giving them control of the match.
However, the game took a dramatic turn as Copenhagen fought back to level the score at 2-2 just before the first half ended. United tried to regain control when Bruno Fernandes converted a penalty in the second half, but Copenhagen had other plans.
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Two late goals in the 83rd and 87th minutes secured an astonishing victory for the Danish club. In the same group, Bayern secured their place in the round of 16 with a 2-1 victory over Galatasaray, leaving Manchester United at the bottom of the group with only three points.
Meanwhile, at the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal claimed a comfortable 2-0 victory over a lackluster Sevilla in the Champions League. Leandro Trossard and Bukayo Saka were the goal scorers. Arsenal now leads Group B with nine points, while Sevilla remains at the bottom of the table, still seeking their first win in this campaign.
In the other Group B match, PSV defeated Lens 1-0. In Group C, Real Madrid delivered an emphatic 3-0 thrashing to Sporting Braga, securing their spot in the round of 16, while Napoli was held to a 1-1 draw by Union Berlin in the group’s other game.
Group D saw both Real Sociedad and Inter Milan qualify for the knockout stages. Real Sociedad secured a 3-1 victory over Benfica, while Inter narrowly defeated Salzburg 1-0.
