London: Manchester United lost once morest Sevilla in the first quarter of the Europa League. After taking a two-goal lead at Old Trafford, they conceded two own goals and were stuck in a draw. Marcel Sabitzer’s brace in the 21st minute saw United take the lead when defenders Rafael Varane and Lisandro Martinez returned from injury. Sabitzer’s goals were in the 14th and 21st minutes. Bruno Fernandes’ pass to the box paved the way for the first goal. Within seven minutes, Sabitzer doubled the lead when he pounced on Anthony Marshall’s extended ball. However, Tyrell Malaysia scored in the 84th minute and Harry Maguire scored in the second minute of injury time.
Injured Varane and Lisandro Martinez will miss the second leg on April 20. Bruno Fernandes who is under suspension will also miss this match. It is indicated that Lisandro Martinez’s injury is serious. In the Sevilla team, there were four Argentinian players including Marcus Acueno and Gozalo Montiel in the first eleven. When Argentinian Lisandro fell down injured, they helped carry the player to the structure and the crowd applauded.
In-form striker Marcus Rashford was absent for United due to injury. In another match, Juventus beat Sporting 1-0. Federico Gatti scored the winning goal in the 73rd minute. The second leg match will be played at Sporting’s ground on the 21st.
