Real Sociedad Holds Manchester United to 1-1 Draw in Europa League

Manchester United faced Real Sociedad in the first leg of their Europa League round of 16 tie, resulting in a 1-1 draw after Bruno Fernandes conceded a penalty that was converted by Mikel Oyarzabal. United had taken the lead through Joshua Zirkzee, but missed several key chances that could have secured a win. Despite the draw, manager Ruben Amorim expressed confidence in his team's performance, acknowledging the pressure to succeed in the tournament after a disappointing exit from the FA Cup. Fernandes highlighted the need for the team to recover and refocus, emphasizing the quality of Sociedad's attacking players. Amorim also pointed out the importance of winning the Europa League as the club's only remaining chance for silverware this season. With United's position in the Premier League deteriorating, this competition now holds significant weight for their aspirations.