Manchester United secured a valuable victory with a 2-0 win over their hosts Sheriff Tiraspol from Moldova in a match that took place on Thursday evening, as part of the second round of the UEFA Europa League. English winger Jadon Sancho opened the scoring for the "Red Devils" with an early goal in the 17th minute, followed by his teammate, Portuguese star Cristiano Ronaldo, who added the second security goal in the 39th minute from a penalty kick. This marked Ronaldo's first goal of the current season, ending a scoring drought that lasted six matches prior to yesterday's game.
This victory marked Manchester United's first win in the current edition of the UEFA Europa League, following a surprising defeat at home against Spanish club Real Sociedad (0-1) at "Old Trafford" in the opening round of Group E. On the other hand, Sheriff Tiraspol faced their first defeat after winning against Cypriot club Omonia Nicosia (3-0) at home in the tournament's first round.
