Man Utd won with a minimum score of 1-0 against Luton Town in round 12 of the Premier League.
Luton Town struggled in the bottom group, scoring only 10 goals and conceding 21 goals after the first 11 rounds of the Premier League 2023/2024 season. However, this team still causes many difficulties for Man Utd at Old Trafford.
After the opening whistle, Man Utd controlled the ball more than their opponents. Luton Town understood that they could not risk attacking high. This team sits very deep in the squad and only focuses on the defensive front. When Luton’s defense and midfield stand very close to each other, it is not easy for Man Utd to reach the opponent’s goal.
It’s not that the home team doesn’t have opportunities. In the 10th minute, Marcus Rashford crossed the ball very well for Rasmus Hojlund to cushion the ball at close range, but the Luton Town goalkeeper excellently blocked it. At many times, Man Utd’s ball control rate was up to 75% but Luton Town still stood firm.
Man Utd’s most notable opportunity came in the 40th minute. Hojlund received the ball and managed it well before passing it to Alejandro Garnacho. The Argentine striker decided to pass the ball past the opponent’s goalkeeper, but before he could finish, the defender blocked him.
Entering the second half, Man Utd continued to dominate the game on the field. However, this team’s attacks fell into a deadlock when Rashford disappointed. The English striker dribbled the ball ineffectively or made passes that made it difficult for his teammates.
Right at the most difficult time, Man Utd once again escaped thanks to a moment of personal brilliance. In the 59th minute, Rashford shot the ball very strongly from the right wing. The ball hit Scott McTomminay’s foot, opening up the opportunity for Victor Lindelof to score a dangerous shot to open the score.
The advantage in terms of score somewhat helps Man Utd play more elegantly. Meanwhile, Luton Town could not press the attack even though they were looking for a goal. This victory helps Man Utd temporarily close the gap with the top 4 to 3 points.