Manchester United secured a direct spot in the Europa League’s round of 16 thanks to a victory over FCSB. The winning performance was fueled by Kobbie Mainoo’s impressive display, which included a goal and an assist.
The match started slow with the first 60 minutes lacking excitement. However, Mainoo’s clever low pass found Diogo Dalot unmarked at the back post, allowing the wing-back to easily tap United into the lead.
Mainoo’s influence continued to grow as he scored United’s second goal just eight minutes later. The England midfielder side-footed home Alejandro Garnacho’s cut-back, sealing his first goal of the season.
This strike marked a welcome return to the scoresheet for Mainoo, who had not scored since United’s FA Cup final win last season.
United finished the match strongly, wrapping up the Europa League’s league phase in third place.
As a result, they will bypass the two-legged play-off round in February and proceed directly to the last-16 ties in March.
