Match report
Manchester United Secures Crucial Win Against Real Betis in UEFA Europa League
Real Betis
0–1
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Manchester United
Mar 16, 2023
In a tightly contested game at the Benito Villamarín Stadium, Manchester United emerged victorious against Real Betis with a single goal from Marcus Rashford. The Red Devils' clinical finishing and resilient defense were key to their victory in the UEFA Europa League.
Key Facts
- • Marcus Rashford scored the only goal for Manchester United at 56 minutes, assisted by Casemiro.
- • Abner Vinícius was an early substitute for Real Betis due to injury (26' min).
- • Federico Pellistri received a yellow card for Manchester United after committing a foul (29' min).
- • Multiple substitutions were made in the second half by both teams, including Manchester United bringing on Fred and Jadon Sancho.
Lineups
Real Betis
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 13 Rui Silva (G)
- 23 Y. Sabaly (D)
- 16 G. Pezzella (D)
- 3 Edgar González (D)
- 20 Abner (D)
- 5 G. Rodríguez (M)
- 14 William Carvalho (M)
- 24 Aitor Ruibal (M)
- 17 Joaquín (M)
- 7 Juanmi (M)
- 21 Ayoze Pérez (F)
Substitutes
- 33 Juan Miranda
- 10 Sergio Canales
- 12 Willian José
- 9 Borja Iglesias
- 18 A. Guardado
- 1 C. Bravo
- 28 Rodri
- 25 Dani Martín
- 35 Félix Garreta
- 37 Dani Pérez
- 6 Víctor Ruiz
- 11 Luiz Henrique
Manchester United
Formation: 4-2-3-1
Starting XI
- 1 David de Gea (G)
- 29 A. Wan-Bissaka (D)
- 5 H. Maguire (D)
- 6 Lisandro Martínez (D)
- 12 T. Malacia (D)
- 8 Bruno Fernandes (M)
- 18 Casemiro (M)
- 28 F. Pellistri (M)
- 17 Fred (M)
- 10 M. Rashford (M)
- 27 W. Weghorst (F)
Substitutes
- 15 M. Sabitzer
- 25 J. Sancho
- 36 A. Elanga
- 20 Diogo Dalot
- 2 V. Lindelöf
- 19 R. Varane
- 22 T. Heaton
- 23 L. Shaw
- 31 J. Butland
- 39 S. McTominay
Timeline
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26' Real Betis subst · Substitution 1Off: Abner Vinícius · On: J. Miranda
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29' Manchester United Card · Yellow CardF. Pellistri
Foul
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56' Manchester United Goal · Normal GoalM. Rashford · Assist: Casemiro
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59' Real Betis subst · Substitution 2Off: Joaquín · On: Sergio Canales
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59' Real Betis subst · Substitution 3Off: A. Perez · On: Willian Jose
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59' Real Betis subst · Substitution 4Off: Aitor Ruibal · On: B. Iglesias
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60' Manchester United subst · Substitution 1Off: Fred · On: M. Sabitzer
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60' Manchester United subst · Substitution 2Off: M. Rashford · On: J. Sancho
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66' Real Betis subst · Substitution 5Off: G. Rodriguez · On: A. Guardado
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68' Manchester United subst · Substitution 3Off: Bruno Fernandes · On: A. Elanga
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75' Manchester United subst · Substitution 4Off: A. Wan-Bissaka · On: D. Dalot
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75' Manchester United subst · Substitution 5Off: Lisandro Martínez · On: V. Lindelof
Match Stats
| Stat | Real Betis | Manchester United |
|---|---|---|
| Fouls | 16 | 12 |
| Pass Accuracy | 78% | 82% |
| Offsides | 0 | 6 |
| Red Cards | — | — |
| Total Shots | 15 | 17 |
| Corners | 6 | 5 |
| Total Passes | 418 | 497 |
| Yellow Cards | 0 | 1 |
| Blocked Shots | 6 | 3 |
| Shots on Target | 2 | 4 |
| xG | 1.25 | 1.88 |
| Shots off Target | 7 | 10 |
| Possession | 46% | 54% |
| Accurate Passes | 325 | 409 |
| Shots Inside Box | 12 | 10 |
| Saves | 3 | 2 |
| Shots Outside Box | 3 | 7 |
Key Match Notes
- ▸ The game's momentum shifted dramatically when Marcus Rashford scored the only goal of the match at 56 minutes with a precise finish, putting Manchester United ahead.
- ▸ Real Betis attempted multiple substitutions in quick succession to try and regain control but could not break through Manchester United's defense.