UEL: Man United's Europa League Hopes Revived

Manchester United Edge PAOK 2-0 in Crucial Europa League Clash

The Ivorian sealed the win with a curled effort from the edge of the area...

Amad Diallo scores twice as Manchester United secure 2-0 Europa League win over PAOK, boosting incoming boss Ruben Amorim's top-eight hopes.

Manchester United's Europa League campaign gained momentum thanks to Amad Diallo's second-half brace against PAOK, providing incoming boss Ruben Amorim with a foundation to pursue a top-eight finish.

Amad Diallo was United's standout goal threat, breaking the deadlock with a looping header five minutes into the second half.

The Ivorian sealed the win with a curled effort from the edge of the area 13 minutes from time, securing United's second victory in their last 12 European games.

PAOK's Tarik Tissoudali squandered a prime opportunity, failing to convert from eight yards with only Andre Onana to beat.

Onana also made an impressive save to deny Mady Camara in a dull first 

half.

The win marked United's first Europa League victory this season, following three consecutive draws.

Manchester United's next Europa League match against Bodo/Glimt will be Amorim's inaugural home game as head coach.

Amorim's current club, Sporting, impressed in their Champions League win over Manchester City, highlighting the contrast with United's underwhelming display.

However, Amorim has ample room for improvement, and Amad Diallo's performances offer encouragement.

Amad's consistency is still uncertain, but he undoubtedly poses United's greatest goal threat.

Unlike some teammates, Amad demonstrates bravery, simplicity, and focus.

Captain Bruno Fernandes praised Amad's efforts, offering encouragement after an overhit pass.

Amad's opener showcased his skill, considering his smaller stature.

Ruben Amorim excitement from Sporting's 4-1 Champions League win over Manchester City will give way to more modest European expectations at Manchester United.

Amorim faces a different challenge, with United currently 15th in the Europa League.

Key upcoming matches include Bodo/Glimt (home), Viktoria Plzen (away), FCSB (away), and Rangers (home).

Amorim's primary objective is securing a top-eight finish.

This would bypass February's play-offs and secure direct qualification to the last 16 in March.

An additional benefit would be freeing up midweeks for Amorim to work with his team.

However, United's goal-scoring consistency remains uncertain.

Amad Diallo aside, the team's attacking options are unclear.

Rasmus Hojlund failed to score again.

His best chance was a first-half header that lacked connection.

Ruud van Nistelrooy's interim tenure has yielded two wins and one draw.

Erik ten Hag might argue he could have achieved similar results with more time.