Mourinho Red-Carded As Fenerbahce Hold Man Utd To1-1 Draw

October 24, (THEWILL) – Fenerbahce manager, Jose Mourinho, received a red card during a tense 1-1 draw against Manchester United in Thursday’s UEFA Europa League match, extending the English club’s winless European campaign this season.

Christian Eriksen provided United with an early advantage, scoring from the edge of the area after 15 minutes. However, Fenerbahce equalised through Youssef En Nesyri’s header shortly after half-time, leaving United with just three points from three matches in their European campaign.

The result positions the Red Devils in 21st place within the 36-team competition, significantly diminishing their prospects of achieving a top-eight finish required for direct qualification to the last 16. Fenerbahce currently occupy 14th position with five points, maintaining their pursuit of a top-24 placement necessary for playoff qualification.

United manager, Erik ten Hag, operating without 10 first-team players including captain, Bruno Fernandes, witnessed his team’s defensive vulnerabilities exposed once again. Andre Onana produced crucial saves, particularly a notable double stop from En Nesyri’s headers before the interval, yet United’s overall performance remained below expectations.

The English side faces additional Europa League fixtures against PAOK, Bodo Glimt, Viktoria Plzen, Rangers and FCSB in their remaining schedule. However, with only four victories from 12 matches across all competitions this season, questions persist regarding Ten Hag’s position at Old Trafford.