- The Uruguayan’s intervention and André Onana’s double save kept United in front
- Christian Eriksen gave the Red Devils the lead with a powerful shot from the edge of the area
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Manuel Ugarte kept Manchester United ahead against Fenerbahce by intercepting a shot from Dusan Tadic that seemed destined for goal.
The Uruguayan swapped Paris Saint-Germain for Old Trafford in the summer but has struggled to make a significant impact for the Red Devils this season.
However, in the first half of tonight’s clash in Istanbul, the midfielder was everywhere and his committed defending helped keep United level in the Europa League tie.
With the ball put into the penalty area by Sebastian Szymański, former Southampton star Tadic looked certain to score, but Ugarte managed to instinctively block the shot with his extended leg.
TNT Sports commentator Robbie Savage said: “That’s magnificent.”
Manuel Ugarte kept Manchester United ahead against Fenerbahce by intercepting a shot from Dusan Tadic
André Onana’s superb double save also helped United take a 1-0 lead.
United took the lead against Fenerbahce in the 15th minute thanks to a convincing goal from Christian Eriksen.
“With his left foot (it’s) an absolutely magnificent and brilliant game.”
United took the lead against Fenerbahce in the 15th minute thanks to a powerful goal from Christian Eriksen after the Dane had conceded a goal from Joshua Zirkzee.
Jose Mourinho’s men attempted to get back into the game with former Newcastle trickster Allan Saint-Maximin looking his typical menacing self on the right side.
But Ugarte’s intervention, as well as goalkeeper Andre Onana’s superb double save, ensured that Erik ten Hag, under pressure, was able to give a team talk at half-time with his team ahead.