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      Harry Maguire explains why Man Utd stars were ‘locked in dressing room’ after chaotic Porto draw

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      HARRY MAGUIRE has revealed Manchester United’s stars were “locked in the dressing room” after their draw with Porto.The Red Devils drew 3-3 in Portugal in the Europa League on Thursday night thanks to Maguire’s dramatic equaliser.Harry Maguire has explained why Manchester United were ‘locked in the dressing room’ after their draw with PortoCredit: TNT SportsHis headed goal in the 91st minute rescued a point for Erik ten Hag’s side after they had surrendered a two-goal lead.Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Hojlund’s goals were cancelled out before Samu Omorodion gave Porto a second half lead.Bruno Fernandes was then sent off for the second time in five days during the final 10 minutes.However, Maguire stepped up in added time to grab an equaliser and salvage a draw for United.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe defender and is team-mates later remained in the dressing room for 21 minutes after full-time.As a result, Porto players were left waiting to swap shirts outside as reporters also held on for post-match interviews.After finally emerging from the dressing room, though, Maguire explained why the players had been locked in for so long.Asked about the wait, he told TNT Sports: “After every game you analyse, you speak amongst yourselves, the manager spoke, few members of staff spoke and the players spoke as well.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”It’s pretty normal, I’ve been in many dressing rooms after the game where everyone has a chat and speaks about what we can do better.”Maguire’s goal was his first in eight appearances this season after coming off the bench to score.Dominic Solanke handed first England call-up in seven years as Lee Carsley leaves Jarrod Bowen and Harry Maguire out He replaced Lisandro Martinez in the 78th minute as United went in search of a leveller.Meanwhile, the draw follows another point in their opening Europa League clash with Twente last week.Those two points mean Ten Hag’s side sit 21st in the league phase table between Braga and Viktoria Plzen.The Red Devils now travel to Aston Villa on Sunday, with their next European clash away to Fenerbahce on October 24.Maguire’s 91st minute header rescued a draw for the Red Devils in the Europa LeagueCredit: EPA More

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      Rangers see stars after Alexandre Lacazette rocket as stellar show from wingers Cherki and Fofana shoot Lyon to 4-1 win

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      PHILIPPE CLEMENT insisted Lyon are in a different financial world.Last night some of their football was from another planet.Jack Butland can’t believe he’s been beaten so quickly after Gers equaliser by the ex-Arsenal manCredit: Willie VassLacazette went one bettwe with a stunner on the cusp of half-timeCredit: ReutersHe let fly from outside the box and silenced IbroxCredit: Willie VassBoss Pierre Sage spent £140 million on new talent this summer.Here his star-studded side ripped Rangers to shreds.Malick Fofana, Alexandre Lacazette and Rayan Cherki were a level above.A trio of Ibrox tormentors who if they weren’t scoring, were assisting.It finished four, it could so easily have been more.Lyon were sharp and precise in almost everything they did.At times, they played keep ball for fun.But they were also utterly ruthless in front of goal on a sobering night for Gers.Most read in FootballAfter last week’s memorable win in Malmo, Rangers were back at Ibrox for the first of four home Europa League matches.Bill Leckie reports from Ibrox after Rangers lose 4-1 to Lyon and Gers fans light fireworks and flares inside the stadiumIt was 17 years ago this week that Walter Smith’s class of 2007 were crowned Kings of Lyon thanks to a stunning 3-0 win in France.This was the third time the two teams had met. On the two previous occasions – in 2007 and 2021 – Rangers went on to reach the final of the Uefa Cup/Europa League.Will that prove to be a good omen?Despite their indifferent start to the season – the French giants are 11th in Ligue 1 – Lyon represented a significant step up in class.Sage’s side are among the favourites to win the tournament having spent a whopping 150 million euros this summer.Gers boss Clement can only dream of having such riches at his disposal.While Sage was spending 23m euros on Nottingham Forest centre half Moussa Niakhate, the Belgian was scrambling around in the loan deals market.Yet this is a competition in which the Ibrox side have punched considerably above their weight in recent years.And back home for the first time in Europe this season, Clement insisted his side had nothing to fear.He clearly hadn’t factored in the presence of Fofana and Lacazette.At times during a remarkable first half, Rangers were masters of their own downfall.On others they could only marvel at the skill, pace and power of the opposition.Clement’s side actually began with purpose.Inside the opening five minutes Robin Propper picked out Thomas Cerny with a brilliant diagonal ball.He fed James Tavernier whose shot deflected back off Lawrence and into his path.The Gers skipper got his shot away, but Lucas Perri produced a massive save with his feet.Dessers and Cerny both dithered in front of goal before the latter then blew a glorious chance to fire Rangers in front.Lawrence’s shot was parried into his path by Lyon keeper Perri.But with the French goal gaping, Cerny blazed high over the bar.He simply HAD to score.A minute later and Gers were left counting the cost of that miss.Lacazette forced Jack Butland into the initial save, but as soon as the brilliant Rayan Cherki robbed Bajrami of the ball, Rangers were back in trouble.Cherki should have been stopped in his tracks, instead he was allowed to work his way across the box with the ball somehow squeezed into Fofana’s path.He took it first time, curling a wonderful effort beyond Butland.Four minutes later and Rangers were level.Jefte did well down the left and after Cerny helped the ball back into the mix, Corentin Tolisso blundered badly.His attempt at a headed back pass was way too short with Dessers reading the play.He got there before Perri who managed to block the Nigerian’s effort only for Lawrence to slam home the rebound.Then it was Gers’ turn to hit the self-destruct.Just four minutes after drawing level, Connor Barron played a blind pass across midfield.Fofana was on it in a flash, holding off John Souttar before rolling the ball into the path of Lacazette.He finished well from close range.Barron immediately held up his hands, acknowledging his mistake.Gers then had Butland to thank as Fofana threatened to run riot.Souttar had already been booked and couldn’t touch him as he came charging towards the Rangers goal again.Tom Lawrence was crocked as he scored the equaliser and wouldn’t come out for the second halfCredit: PALyon’s attacking trident lit Ibrox upCredit: ReutersMalick Fofana tucked away his side’s fourthCredit: AFPCutting in on his right, he forced Butland into a fine save.The Ibrox No.1 had no chance, however, when Lyon did add a third just before the break.Fofana was again the architect, twisting and turning away from danger.Darting inside, he picked out Lacazette who still had plenty to do.But the former Arsenal star took one look up before smashing a stunning shot past the helpless Butland.Rangers had a mountain to climb in the second half.Things simply went from bad to worse when the action got back underway.Cherki turned Barron inside out before crossing for Fofana who beat Tavernier to the ball.It was a simple finish at the end of another quite brilliant passage of Lyon play.The visitors came close to adding a fifth with 67 minutes gone.Duke Caleta-Car’s header came crashing back off the bar with Gers sub Neraysho Kasanwirjo blocking on the line as Tolisso almost fired home the rebound.Kieran Dowell – who’d replaced Lawrence at the break – forced Perri into a brilliant save.At the other end, Butland was called into action to deny Cherki.By now, the Rangers players were willing the final whistle.READ MORE SUN STORIESAfter all, this one had been over as a contest for a long, long time.Keep up to date with ALL the latest news and transfers at the Scottish Sun football page More

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      Porto 3 Man Utd 3: Harry Maguire rescues Erik ten Hag with vital injury-time equaliser after Bruno Fernandes red card

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      ON A night when Erik Ten Hag desperately needed something to change, his team proved that they seem to be getting worse.It tells you everything you need to know about the state of Manchester United that it is no longer a surprise when they concede three goals.Erik ten Hag was rescued by Harry Maguire as Manchester United drew 3-3 with PortoCredit: ReutersMaguire equalised in the 91st minute after United had let a two-goal lead slipCredit: RexSamu Omorodion had scored twice to complete a dramatic turnaround for PortoCredit: GettyAnd it is the very reason why, surely, we are coming to the end of the Ten Hag era, despite the injury time leveller from sub Harry Maguire.Here was another 90 minutes of chaos and embarrassment.In what threatened to be morale-boosting victory for the beleaguered Dutchman, this shambolic team, a distant relative to the one which used to represent this club home and abroad, once again caved in despite securing a point.Leading 2-0 with goals from Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Hojlund, United conceded three times for the 24th time under Ten Hag.READ MORE ON MAN UTDStriker Pepe headed Porto’s first and then 20-year-old Spanish striker Samu Omorodion – who is proving to be a fine summer signing from Atletico Madrid – equalised before the break and then scored the third before Maguire came to the rescue.Ten Hag needed a captain’s performance from Bruno Fernandes but instead, he got sent off for the second game in a row.And unbelievably, it also means that under Ten Hag, United have managed just one win in 10 in Europe.Surely, this cannot go on much longer. Here is a team with little organisation, no characters, no leaders or backbone. Most read in Europa LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThis latest performance, after the three-goal defeat at home to Spurs four days earlier, was not even a surprise. And this is why Ten Hag surely has to go.When United considered the second goal, assistant boss Ruud Van Nistelrooy was booked for complaining. Ex-Man Utd goalkeeper Howard criticised the club’s summer recruitment after losing against Spurs Yet the former United striker knew he had to be on his best behaviour, particularly as the club might need him as manager in the next round…But first of all, it is on to Aston Villa where Unai Emery’s side have just delivered arguably the club’s finest result for 42 years by beating Bayern Munich.If United play like this at Villa Park, they will be lucky to get away with conceding three goals.United could not have wished for a better start when Rashford gave them a seventh minute lead.Picking up the ball from Eriksen 40 yards from goal, Rashford cut inside from the left, carried the ball in the area and displayed some nifty footwork to dance through Joao Mario and Stephen Eustaquio.While his near-post shot was hardly thunderous, it was enough to catch out keeper Diogo Costa who should have done much better.Marcus Rashford opened the scoring for United after just 10 minutesCredit: GettyRasmus Hojlund doubled the lead before their first half collapseCredit: ReutersIt was from a Rashford cross which saw Porto defender Ze Pedro come close to scoring a spectacular own goal but a wild swing of his right boot saw the ball flash across the face of the goal.On that occasion, Rashford was attempting to pick out Hojlund but the pair delivered the second goal soon after and United looked unstoppable.Rashford slipped the ball to Hojlund and with a first-time shot, the normally reliable keeper Costa was once again beaten at his near post. It was a first goal of the season for Hojlund in only his fourth appearance.He immediately sprinted over to the bench to celebrate with with physio David Binningsley, who helped him recover from the hamstring which saw him miss the start of the season,Yet the least surprising turn of events was United capitulating.Pepe’s goal kickstarted Porto’s dramatic comeback at the Estadio do DragaoCredit: GettyOmorodion completed the turnaround with his second goal and his side’s thirdCredit: ReutersWhile Onana delivered a flying save to prevent Noussair Mazraoui from scoring a headed own goal, the ball dropped in the path of Pepe who nodded the ball into the net.He would also have been grateful that Linsandro Martinez had switched off completely and reacted far too late.United’s defending was just as bad for the equaliser seven minutes later and on this occasion, it was all down to De Ligt.Firstly, he delivered a hopeless clearance and 10 seconds later, he was easily beaten by Omorodion who got his head to Joao Mario’s cross.It does seem that De Ligt is not particularly good in the air and from that type of cross, Maguire would have won the challenge without barely trying.At half-time, Ten Hag replaced Alejandro Garnacho for Rashford. Bruno Fernandes was sent off during the final 10 minutes as United’s night went from bad to worseCredit: ReutersMaguire came off the bench to salvage a draw with his late headerCredit: GettyAnd he would have told his team to keep composed and avoid doing anything stupid, although they were clearly not listening.Pepe, being played onside by Noussair Mazraoui, comfortably outpaced the sluggish Martinez and the cross was met with a fierce finish from Omorodion.Although once more, De Ligt should have done much betterOnana stopped a total humiliation by making good saves to deny Omorodion and Fabio Veira.Fernandes then received a second yellow for sticking out a boot on Nehuen Perez. There was little contact but it was still an idiotic challenge.READ MORE SUN STORIESHated in these parts as an ex-Sporting Lisbon player, the home fans loved the sight of trooping off.Maguire got his head to Eriksen’s injury-time corner but Ten Hag’s exit still seems inevitable. 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      Man Utd ratings: Rashford shines before shock substitution as Casemiro produces yet another horror show in Porto draw

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      MANCHESTER UNITED spurned a two-goal lead as they drew 3-3 with Porto in the Europa League.Marcus Rashford broke the deadlock in the Europa League clash, cutting inside and firing his effort under the dive of Diogo Costa who should have kept it out.Rasmus Hojlund scored Manchester United’s second goal as they bagged an early braceCredit: GettyPorto then roared back and Samu Omorodorin completed the turnaround with his second of the gameCredit: GettyRasmus Hojlund made it two midway through the first half as Costa again failed to show a strong enough arm and let the ball squirm beyond him.But Porto then got back into the game as Pepe tucked home a rebound from close range to reduce the deficit.And before half-time the hosts were level through an excellent header from Samu Omorodion, before the Porto No9 bagged five minutes into the second half for his second of the game.But substitute Harry Maguire had the final say as his header from a corner salvaged a point for Erik ten Hag’s side.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHere is how SunSport’s Dylan Terry saw the performances of the Man Utd players.Andre Onana – 6/10Reacted brilliantly the first time he was called into action with a flying save, only for Porto to score the rebound.Porto then scored with their next shot on target too – Omorodion’s header – and Onana could do little about the excellent finish for Porto’s third.Made two great stops to keep Man Utd in the game.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSNoussair Mazraoui – 4Looked fairly stable in the first 45 minutes but waned as the game went on. All at sea at the start of the second half as Porto cut through the right-hand side of Man Utd’s defence with ease.Peter Schmeichel reveals hotel corridor fight with Roy Keane and moment Man Utd legend was busted by journalist Matthijs de Ligt – 4Looked imposing in the air as he dealt with Porto’s crosses from both sides, but then failed to get in front of Omorodion for the hosts’ second goal.Like most of the Man Utd side, his performance dropped as the game went on and he was bullied by Porto’s No9.Taken off with 10 minutes remaining.Lisandro Martinez – 4Should have reacted quicker for the first Porto goal as Pepe got ahead of him to nod into an empty net – with Martinez static on the six-yard box.There is clearly not much of a partnership with De Ligt as Porto pulled them apart all evening.Hooked along with De Ligt late on.Diogo Dalot – 4Porto enjoyed a lot of success down Man Utd’s left-hand side and Dalot looked all at sea on several occasions.Had little help from Martinez but still looked exposed.Casemiro – 3Anonymous yet again in Man Utd’s midfield – the ball just passes him by.It is not a shock now to see the five-time Champions League winner in this state, but Ten Hag continues to field him and embarrass him further.Could not even manage one of his customary fouls.Casemiro was abject yet again in The Red Devils’ midfieldCredit: AFPChristian Eriksen – 5Looked leggy out of possession but produced an impressive run before laying it off to Hojlund for Man Utd’s second goal.Then failed to make much more of an impact and his delivery from wide areas left a lot to be desired.Bruno Fernandes – 4A damning indictment of Man Utd’s current predicament as Fernandes was shown a red card for a second successive game.Two high boots, two yellow cards, and another early bath for the Portuguese playmaker – who had worked tirelessly prior to his dismissal.Amad Diallo – 5Very quiet aside from one burst through the middle as Rashford received all of the ball over the other side.Replaced by Antony who arguably created even less.Rasmus Hojlund – 7Made his case for starting ahead of Joshua Zirkzee with a goal, firing beyond Costa at the near post.Held it up and then showed his strength and pace to run at Porto before the break – showing little rustiness in his first start of the season.Marcus Rashford – 8Rashford showed his directness for the opening goal, driving at the Porto back line and forcing the error from Costa.A constant threat in the first half as he assisted Hojlund’s strike.But he was then surprisingly hooked at the break, a decision that will need an explanation from Ten Hag.Rashford was a positive attacking outlet for Man Utd all eveningCredit: GettyRashford produced a superb half of football but was then replaced at half-timeSubsAlejandro Garnacho (for Rashford, 46 mins) – 7Showed a willingness to take on Porto defenders from the moment he entered the fray – as Rashford had done before him.Went close to equalising but for an acrobatic save from Costa.Antony (for Diallo, 69 mins) – 4Compared to the impact Garnacho had, Antony was invisible.Offered nothing as Man Utd went in search of an equaliser.Joshua Zirkzee (for Hojlund, 69 mins) – 6Linked the play and held the ball up but does not have the threat in behind that Hojlund poses.Harry Maguire (for Martinez, 79 mins) – 8Ten Hag raised eyebrows by bringing on two centre-backs, only for Maguire to head a stoppage-time equaliser.READ MORE SUN STORIESJonny Evans (for De Ligt, 79 mins) – N/ADid his job when he came on but it was his fellow substitute who stole the headlines.Unused subs: Bayindir, Heaton, Lindelof, Collyer, Gore, Ugarte. 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      Bruno Fernandes controversially sent off for second game running in Man Utd’s draw at Porto

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      BRUNO FERNANDES was controversially sent off for a second Man Utd game in a row.The Red Devils’ captain received a second booking for a high boot against Porto.Bruno Fernandes was controversially sent off for Man Utd at Porto awayCredit: ReutersThe United captain was accused of a high boot on Nehuen Perez as he received a second yellow cardCredit: AFPUnited raced into a two-goal lead in Portugal’s second city as Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Hojlund both took advantage of errors from goalkeeper Diogo Costa.But Porto came roaring back with a strike from Pepe and an equaliser from summer Chelsea target Samu Omorodion – all before half time.Omorodion then struck again to give the hosts the lead before the moment of madness involving Fernandes.The United skipper – who used to play for Porto’s fierce rivals Sporting – went in late challenging for a high ball against Nehuen Perez.READ MORE MAN UTD NEWSThe Argentine then fell to the ground clutching his face and the referee duly produced a second yellow card.However, replays showed that Fernandes’ boot did not make contact with the Argentine’s head, with his leg only touching Perez’s arm.Fortunately however, Fernandes’ predecessor as Man Utd captain was on hand to save boss Erik ten Hag from total embarrassment.In stoppage time, when all hope appeared lost, substitute Harry Maguire popped up to head home an equaliser from a corner.Most read in Europa LeagueCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe Porto game was the second in five days in which Fernandes has seen red – both in controversial circumstances.On Sunday, he was sent off for a studs-up lunge on James Maddison during a 3-0 loss to Tottenham.Peter Schmeichel reveals hotel corridor fight with Roy Keane and moment Man Utd legend was busted by journalist But he then had his red card rescinded after footage showed that he had slipped into the tackle.That decision from the FA means he will be available for the match at Aston Villa on Sunday.However, he will receive no such reprieve for tonight’s red card as UEFA rules been a second booking can only be overturned in cases of mistaken identity.That means he will miss United’s next Europa League clash away to former boss Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce.Harry Maguire’s stoppage time header rescued a thoroughly undeserved point for Man UtdCredit: GettyBruno Fernandes’ predecessor as Man Utd captain wheeled away in celebrationCredit: Getty More

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      Ruud van Nistelrooy in sarcastic response after he is booked in Man Utd’s crazy clash against Porto

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      RUUD VAN NISTELROOY had a sarcastic response to being booked during Manchester United’s draw with Porto.The Dutch coach was shown a yellow card by referee Tobias Stieler during a crazy first half in Portugal.Ruud van Nistelrooy was booked during Manchester United’s clash with PortoCredit: TNT SportsThe Red Devils coach had a sarcastic response to referee Tobias Stieler’s decisionCredit: TNT SportsUnited raced into a two-goal lead inside 20 minutes thanks to goals from Marcus Rashford and Rasmus Hojlund.However, they were pegged back before half-time by their hosts at the Estadio do Dragao.In the aftermath of Samu Omorodion’s equaliser, Stieler walked over to the away dugout to speak to Van Nistelrooy.The Red Devils coach even invited the referee into the technical area before he brandished his yellow card, to which he responded to by nodding and sticking his thumb up.READ MORE ON MAN UTDVan Nistelrooy then sat back in his seat next to Ten Hag as Stieler restarted the match.Footage of the former United striker’s reaction quickly caught the attention of fans on social media.Reacting to the incident, one supporter wrote: “Ruud is showing more passion as an assistant than Ten Hag has one as manager in three years.”Another added: “At least he’s showing some passion for the game. Erik just sat there.”Most read in Europa LeagueFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA third fan also commented: “Showing more passion than Ten Hag and most of those players on the pitch.”Meanwhile, one more said: “At least he has character. Give him a chance at the wheel.”Man Utd fans say ‘we’re going to unleash a monster’ as they spot Van Nistelrooy already working his magic on Rashford United’s night got even worse after Van Nistelrooy’s booking as Omorodion grabbed his second to put the hosts in front.Bruno Fernandes was then sent off during the final 10 minutes for the second time in five days.Erik ten Hag’s blushes were spared in stoppage time, though, as Harry Maguire scored a vital late equaliser for his side.Van Nistelrooy returned to Old Trafford in the summer as an assistant to Erik ten Hag.Van Nistelrooy’s passion was hailed by United fans following Porto’s equaliserCredit: TNT SportsHe previously spent a season in charge of PSV before leaving in 2023 after winning the Dutch Cup.His return came 18 years after he left United as a player back in 2006.During five years with the club, Van Nistelrooy scored 150 goals in 219 appearances and won four trophies, including a Premier League title. More

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      Sir Alex Ferguson snubs Man Utd vs Porto to watch another Europa League clash

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      SIR ALEX FERGUSON snubbed Manchester United’s draw with Porto on Thursday night.The legendary Red Devils manager chose to watch another Europa League clash instead.Sir Alex Ferguson snubbed Manchester United for another Europa League clashCredit: PAThe Red Devils travelled to Portugal to face Porto on Thursday nightCredit: AlamyUnited travelled to Portugal for their second league phase fixture following last week’s draw with Twente.However, their 13-time Premier League-winning former boss was not in attendance for their thrilling 3-3 draw in Portugal.While his old club took on the 2004 Champions League winners, Ferguson watched on as Rangers faced Lyon at Ibrox.The 82-year-old was pictured in the stands at Glasgow during a frantic first half as Lyon took the lead inside 10 minutes.READ MORE ON MAN UTDRangers pegged them back just four minutes later, though, thanks to Tom Lawrence’s equaliser.The visitors regained their advantage after former Arsenal striker Alexandre Lacazette found the back of the net before he grabbed another in stoppage time.Phillippe Clement’s side won their opening match last week away to Swedish side Malmo.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSMeanwhile, Lyon were also victorious at home to Conference League winners Olympiacos.Most read in Europa LeagueThe French side were victorious once again on Thursday, winning 4-1 after Fofana scored again during the second half.Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt agree on Sir Alex Ferguson’s most ruthless player axing at Man UtdUnited are set to host Rangers at Old Trafford on matchday seven in January.Ferguson has previously been a regular at United matches since leaving the dugout.He retired in 2013 after almost 27 years as manager, during which time he won 38 major trophies including the treble in 1999.His absence on Thursday comes after he reportedly recommended Massimiliano Allegri to replace Erik ten Hag as manager.The Dutchman has been under mounting pressure after Sunday’s defeat to Tottenham and Ferguson has chosen his successor.Allegri, who won five Serie A titles with Juventus, has been out of work since leaving the Italian giants in May.Lyon and Rangers traded three goals during the opening 20 minutes at IbroxCredit: PA More

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      Porto 3-3 Man Utd LIVE RESULT: Maguire comes to Ten Hag’s rescue as 10-man United equalise at the death – reaction

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      MANCHESTER UNITED have drawn 3-3 with Porto after a thrilling Europa League clash.Marcus Rashford broke the deadlock with a superb individual goal to hand the Red Devils a perfect start after seven minutes.On 20 minutes, Rasmus Hojlund opened his account for the season on his first start of the campaign.Pepe got the hosts back into the game with a header from close-range before Samu Omorodion made it 2-2 just after the half-hour mark.Early in the second half, the 20-year-old striker fired past Andre Onana to claim his second and complete a stunning turnaround in Porto.Bruno Fernandes was sent off for a second game running after he picked up a second yellow with 10 minutes left on the clock.But it was not over for United as super-sub Harry Maguire came to Erik ten Hag’s aid in stoppage time with a huge header to make it 3-3.Match result: Porto 3-3 Man UtdPorto team: Costa, Martio, Pedro, Nehuen, Moura, Varela, Eustaquio, Nico, Pepe, Galeno, SamuMan Utd team: Onana; Mazraoui, De Ligt, Martinez, Dalot; Casemiro, Eriksen, Fernandes; Amad, Hojlund, RashfordFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFollow ALL the action from Estadio do Dragao with our live blog below…Defence needs addressing for DutchmanThe elephant in the room this evening was Man Utd’s poor defending.Whenever they came under pressure, they looked all over the place and there was no formation or solidity.Gifting goals to their opponents, Erik ten Hag’s side are giving themselves an uphill struggle in all too many games.Credit: APCopy linkCopiedUnited show some grit in PortugalAfter falling behind, to get that late goal will seem somewhat of a positive result in the end.The concerns are still there but the main thing for the Red Devils is they avoided defeat.With a tough trip to Villa Park on the weekend, they need to find some form soon.Copy linkCopiedFT: Porto 3-3 Man UtdThat result leaves the Red Devils in 21st place in the table.However, it could be a lot worse if they did not get a point.Maguire’s goal could have kept ten Hag in employment for a little longer there.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedFT: Porto 3-3 Man UtdWhat a game that was.Man Utd let a two-goal lead slip and were facing defeat as we headed into added time.Maguire rose from the corner to head home and salvage a point for Erik ten Hag’s side.Copy linkCopiedFT: Porto 3-3 Man UtdThe referee brings the game to a close.What an entertaining match that was.Both sides will feel they could have won this game but it ends in an enthralling draw.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-3 Man Utd90+4. How Porto will rue that missed chance now.They really should have been 4-2 up but Galeno opted to shoot rather than square it for a tap in.Nobody in a red shirt is complaining though, Man Utd seem to have got a point out of this game.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedPorto 3-3 Man Utd90+2. What an important goal that could be for his manager.As the corner comes in, Maguire rises for a completely free header in the box.It heads straight into the bottom corner for a dramatic late equaliser.Copy linkCopiedGoal – Harry Maguire (Man Utd)Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd90. Porto had an overload on the counter attack but opted for game management instead.Passing the ball around, utilising the space and keeping the ball.Antony manages to win a corner for the visitors.We are going to have five added minutes.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd88. Garnacho almost gets the goal for the visitors.He cuts inside onto his right and gets a shot off that is arrowing into the top corner.Costa just about palms it over the crossbar.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd86. Garnacho drops his shoulder and gets a yard ahead of his man.His cross is dreadful and goes out for a throw in on the other side of the pitch.Credit where it is due to the travelling fans for their commitment, most fans wouldn’t travel to Salford to watch this team, let alone Portugal.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd84. When Man Utd were two-nil up, if you had suggested this as the outcome people would have questioned your sanity.It is unbelievable how this team are able to implode.Should they lose this game, it is right out of the Everton playbook.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd82. As the cross comes into the box, the defender heads it clear but goes down suggesting Fernandes caught him with a high boot.Having already been shown a yellow card earlier in the game for a similar challenge, Fernandes is given his marching orders.Porto go down the other end and Galeno takes a shot on when he could have squared it for a tap in.Huge chance missed by the hosts.Copy linkCopiedRed card – Bruno Fernandes (Man Utd)Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd80. Man Utd are chasing an equaliser with ten minutes to go.Weirdly, with that in mind, ten Hag brings on Maguire and Evans.You can never second guess this guy.He just seems to be all about the banter.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd78. Samu comes off to a standing ovation from the home fans.He will miss out on the chance to get his hat-trick.Fabio Viera and Marko Grucic comes on for Porto.Eustaquio is the other player to make way.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd76. It is one-way traffic at the moment.Porto are getting everyone behind the ball, trying to absorb the pressure.Time is slowly running out for Erik ten Hag’s side.Credit: ReutersCopy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd74. Garnacho cuts inside from the left and looks to shoot.It takes a big deflection and goes wide for another corner.Man Utd need to make one of these set pieces count.Casemiro meets the cross with a header but it strikes the back of Zirkzee’s head to prevent an equaliser.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd72. If only the British weather was as predictable as Antony.He receives a short corner and cuts onto his left foot trying to shoot.It is well blocked by the Porto defender.He was trying to relive the dreams of that wonder goal away against Newport County there.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd70. Galeno has a chance to shoot from the edge of the box but gets his effort all wrong.He slices it in the air and over the goal.Man Utd have to throw players forward now, which will leave them more open to the Porto counter.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd68. When he signed from Bayern Munich, Man Utd fans felt De Ligt was the answer to all their defensive prayers.Tonight he is showing why Eric Dier took his place at the Allianz Arena.Antony and Zirkzee come on for Amad and Hojlund.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd66. De Ligt almost gifts Samu his hat-trick.Trying to control the ball he hits it straight into his path.The Porto striker tries to bend one in the far corner but Onana tips it behind for a corner.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd64. Porto are putting their bodies on the line constantly.Whenever it looks like a Man Utd player is about to pull the trigger, they are getting the blocks in.Erik ten Hag’s side could learn something from that.Credit: GettyCopy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd62. It is still hard to predict which way this game will go.One thing is for sure, either teams’ defensive coach will be bragging about this match.Fernandes tries a shot from distance but it is blocked by Perez.Copy linkCopiedPorto 3-2 Man Utd60. Samu is proving to be a real handful for the Man Utd defence.He was close to joining Chelsea in the summer and it looks like they have missed out on a real talent.His physcial presence, combined with his pace and movement is impressive.Copy linkCopied More