In their Europa League Round of 16 opener, Manchester United drew 1-1 against Real Sociedad, unable to secure a first-leg advantage despite taking an early lead. Joshua Zirkzee scored for United, but the team conceded a penalty after Bruno Fernandes' handball, allowing Mikel Oyarzabal to equalize. The match served as a critical moment for both teams, as United struggled for form this season, prompting intense scrutiny after previous losses. Their performance leaves the tie evenly poised ahead of the second leg at Old Trafford on March 13th.
Manchester United were forced to settle for a 1-1 stalemate away at Real Sociedad despite taking the lead in their Europa League Round of 16 campaign.
While United might have returned to Old Trafford without a first-leg advantage, both camps are set for a tense second-leg showdown in the Europa League.
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