Europa League | Man United edges Omonia Nicosia, Arsenal continues dominant run

Marcus Rashford scored twice and Cristiano Ronaldo had another forgettable night as Manchester United overcame Cypriot side Omonia Nicosia 3-2 in the Europa League. Arsenal earned a second a straight win by beating Norwegian team Bodø/Glimt 3-0

Manchester United overcame an early deficit to beat Omonia Nicosia 3-2 in the Europa League on Thursday and begin the healing process after a humiliating derby loss in the Premier League.

Seeking some respite in Cyprus following a 6-3 loss at Manchester City on Sunday, United fell behind to a goal on the counterattack by Iran striker Karim Ansarifard in the 34th minute.

Second-half substitutes made the difference for United. Marcus Rashford equalized in the 53rd with a curling shot from just inside the area before he produced a deft flick to fellow replacement Anthony Martial, who cut inside and shot low inside the near post in the 63rd.

“I think the subs really had an impact today and that is really good," United manager Erik ten Hag said. "That makes the team stronger.”

Cristiano Ronaldo had a rare start for United and struck the post from close range before driving in a cross that Rashford converted for his second goal in the 84th.

Nikolas Panagiotou replied a minute later for Omonia to ensure a tense finish.

It was a second victory in three Group E games for United, which is three points behind Real Sociedad — a 2-0 winner at 10-man Sheriff Tiraspol. Sociedad has a maximum nine points.