In a 2-1 victory at Old Trafford, Casemiro assisted Manchester United. At Old Trafford, Manchester United overcame a deficit to defeat Barcelona 2-1 on the night and 4-3 overall to win their Europa League play-off.
Erik ten Hag's team had some work to do after Robert Lewandowski's early penalty, but his halftime substitution turned the tide of the match. Goals from Fred and substitute Antony in the second half were sufficient to advance United past Xavi's Barca and into the round of 16.
Robert Lewandowski gave the visitors the lead from the penalty spot on minute 18 following Bruno Fernandes' decision to foul Franck Kessie in the penalty area
After a dull opening 45 minutes, Fred's goal tied the game two minutes after the break for United. Then, on 73 minutes, Antony made a statement in his comeback from injury by bending in the winning goal to give United an historic victory.
Prior to Sunday's Carabao Cup final, it's been reported that Manchester United is the only team in any of the top five leagues in Europe to still be participating in four different competitions.
More than any other player on the field, Casemiro recovered 14 balls while also directing United's offense with 13 passes into the final third.
Following the final whistle, the midfielder sent a photo to his family taken earlier in the day. He penned: “I had a wonderful birthday!! Thanks to my family!! Thanks Old Trafford and @manchesterunited !! And thank you for all the birthday wishes!!”
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