Manchester United picked up a comfortable 2-0 win against Leeds United at Elland Road in the English Premier League today. The final scoreline was a fair reflection of the balance of play, with the visitors dominating possession and looking the stronger of the two teams throughout.
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The match got off to a lively start, with both sides looking to attack from the first whistle. Junior Firpo of Leeds received the first yellow card of the match in the 18th minute for a challenge on Luke Shaw, followed shortly by Fred who received a caution for a foul on Marcus Rashford. Weston McKennie of Manchester United also received a yellow card in the 40th minute.
The first goal of the match came in the 80th minute when Marcus Rashford, assisted by Luke Shaw, headed the ball home. Marcel Sabitzer made a key pass in the build-up to the goal. The second goal came just five minutes later when Alejandro Garnacho scored with a right-footed shot, assisted by Wout Weghorst.
Manchester United dominated possession with 68% compared to Leeds’ 32%, and also had more shots, with 11 compared to Leeds’ 6. However, Leeds had a higher shot accuracy, with 6 shots on target compared to Manchester United’s 3. Leeds also had more corners with 5 compared to Manchester United’s 2, but the visitors had more dangerous attacks, with both teams finishing with 2 each.
The confirmed lineups saw Leeds United line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Illan Meslier in goal and a back four of Ayling, Koch, Wober, and Firpo. The midfield consisted of Adams and McKennie, while Summerville, Harrison, and Gnonto started in the attacking positions, with Bamford leading the line. Manchester United lined up in a similar formation, with De Gea in goal and a back four of Dalot, Shaw, Maguire, and Malacia. The midfield consisted of Sabitzer and Fred, while Sancho, Fernandes, and Rashford started in attacking positions, with Weghorst leading the line.
In conclusion, it was a well-deserved win for Manchester United, who dominated proceedings and looked in control throughout. Leeds will be disappointed with their performance but will look to bounce back in their next match.
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