Manchester United's performance in the early stages of the Europa League under Erik ten Hag left the team vulnerable to elimination. However, a turnaround under interim managers Ruud van Nistelrooy and Ruben Amorim has led to important victories, placing them in a strong position for automatic qualification to the knockout phase. With key matches against Rangers and FCSB ahead, the implications of the outcomes will significantly influence United's path moving forward in the tournament, as they seek to avoid the uncertainty of play-offs.
Three points from their opening three games during the death throws of Erik ten Hag's tenure left United fearing elimination from Europe entirely.
However, impressive wins under interim management have now placed them in automatic qualification spots with two games remaining.
Rangers come to town tonight looking to boost their own chances of reaching the knockout stages.
The permutations for the Europa League knockout stages indicate that a win against Rangers is crucial for Manchester United's qualification.
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