Manchester United's protracted takeover saga could finally be set for a conclusion.
12.11.2023 - 07:21 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United have hardly played well but have actually picked up more points from their last five Premier League games than any other club, as of this morning.
Saturday’s 1-0 win over Luton Town saw the Reds record consecutive Premier League victories with Necwastle’s defeat to Bournemouth keeping them sixth in the table, currently just three points off the top four.
This week’s hero is Victor Lindelof, whose second-half winner was enough to see them over the line against Luton. It means United have won four of their past five league games, although questions still remain over performances. Here are three things United fans may have missed during the match.
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Rasmus Hojlund went down holding his hamstring late on in the match. The Dane was taken off with 10 minutes to go after receiving on-pitch treatment from medical staff.
He was seen talking to Erik ten Hag about his problem before trotting straight down the tunnel. That was a concerning sight, although United are not back in action for another 14 days.
Sir Alex Ferguson was spotted sitting in the stands for the first time since the sad passing of his wife last month.
The great man was sat alongside long-time associate Sam Allardyce. It has now been more than 10 years since Sir Alex’s retirement.
A number of fans from the supporters' group The 1958 were spotted conducting anti-Glazer protests outside Old Trafford ahead of kick-off. The group had announced their plans on Thursday.
Supporters were seen holding ‘Glazers Out’ signs and chanting against the American owners. The Glazers are set to ratify Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s 25 per cent
Manchester United's protracted takeover saga could finally be set for a conclusion.
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