In a stunning comeback, Rasmus Hojlund, with his first Premier League goal for Manchester United, played a pivotal role in reversing a 2-0 deficit against Aston Villa. The Danish striker, often questioned for his £64 million price tag, answered critics with an emotional 81st-minute volleyed winner, bringing the score to 3-2. The magical moment unfolded in front of the Sporting Director of INEOS, Dave Brailsford, as the club’s new stakeholder, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, secured 25% control.

Despite Old Trafford facing challenges, the night showcased the club’s enduring capacity for magic. The first half saw Aston Villa’s dominance, leading 2-0 with goals from Alejandro Garnacho. However, United, recovering from a dismal 2-0 defeat to West Ham, found renewed vigor. Goals from Garnacho, Marcus Rashford, and Hojlund turned the tide, securing a memorable victory.

The comeback highlighted the unpredictable nature of Manchester United’s season, characterized by setbacks and surprising triumphs. The rollercoaster performance demonstrated that, despite challenges, a spark of brilliance can reignite the spirit of this historic club.

Here is the highlight video of Manchester United vs. Aston Villa, which ended with a 3-2 victory for United. 

Rasmus Højlund

Rasmus Winther Højlund

Forwarder

Denmark

Age: 21

191 cm

kg

Season 2023/2024
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Played 5 1 Missed
Minutes 387 77.4 Avg
Goals 1 0.2 Avg
Assist 0 0.0 Avg
Attempt 5 1.0 Avg
Passes 76 15.277.4% AvgSucc
Yellow 0 0.0 Avg
Red 0 0.0 Avg

This season he played in total 15 times for 1034 minutes for Premier League.

Rasmus Højlund scored 1 goal for Manchester United. He procured no assists. He received 1 yellow card and no red cards.

His team is currently 6th in Premier League. In the last match Manchester United won 3-2 against Aston Villa. The next match in Premier League will be against Nottingham Forest.

Manchester United performance and stats

Manchester United

Manager: Erik ten Hag
Premier League
Rank 8th
Win 16
Draw 6
Loss 14
Goals 52-56
Diff -4
Champions League
Rank 4th
Win 1
Draw 1
Loss 4
Goals 12-15
Diff -3
Top 3 Scorers
R.Winther Højlund (5)
B.Fernandes (2)
Casemiro (2)
This season
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Manchester United is currently 6th in the Premier League with 31 points.

In the last 19 games, it has won 10 times, drawn once, and lost 8 times. In its last match, Manchester United won 3-2 against Aston Villa.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 21 goals and conceding 25.​

Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Nottingham Forest on Saturday 30th of December in Nottingham. The prediction is Manchester United winning the match.​

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