Manchester United secured their place in the Europa League last 16 with a comfortable victory, as Diogo Dalot and Kobbie Mainoo struck midway through the second half to seal the win.
United started strongly, dominating possession, but struggled to break down FCSB’s defense in the opening period. Left-back Tyrell Malacia received an early yellow card for a clumsy challenge on Florin Tanase, who required prolonged treatment. Moments later, Mainoo squandered a golden opportunity from 10 yards, while Rasmus Højlund directed a Lisandro MartÃnez cross straight at the goalkeeper.
At halftime, manager Ruben Amorim made attacking changes, bringing on Alejandro Garnacho and Amad Diallo in place of Malacia and Toby Collyer to add more width and creativity. The switch paid off, as United continued to control the game while FCSB struggled to generate any real momentum.
United nearly broke the deadlock when Christian Eriksen delivered a pinpoint free-kick, which MartÃnez glanced just wide. The breakthrough finally came on the hour mark, with Diallo playing a key role. The winger squared a low ball across the six-yard box, allowing Dalot to slot home at the back post.
United doubled their lead just eight minutes later, with Mainoo—who had been involved in the first goal—calmly finishing to put the result beyond doubt. The Red Devils saw out the game comfortably, booking their spot in the knockout stage with a composed and professional performance.
