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Rangnick hails rejuvenated Ronaldo after win over Brighton

In the red and white heat of the first top-flight Pennines derby to be played at a packed Elland Road in 19 years, victory was always likeliest for whichever one of these historic rivals kept their cool. The occasion demanded that Manchester United play on the edge and they almost came careering off it, at one point surrendering a two-goal lead in the space of 59 seconds. It briefly seemed this would be another collapse to add to Ralf Rangnick’s growing collection.

Instead, it was the first time that they have lost a lead and regained it under his management and an important lesson that no setback is insurmountable. Harry Maguire and Bruno Fernandes’ pair of first-half goals should have made this much-welcome win over Leeds United more comfortable than it was, but two strikes by substitutes Fred and Anthony Elanga made it comfortable all the same.

Leeds’ thrilling fightback - led by Rodrigo and Raphinha - was in vain. It seemed that Elland Road’s patrons could leave celebrating one of the most memorable wins in their recent history during the frenetic moments after that quickfire double. Anything seemed possible for a team driven by a loud and ferocious crowd. But having already taken the sting out of the occasion once, United knew they could do so again and did so again with a quiet, impressive air of composure. Follow all the reaction from Leeds 2-4 Man United:

Leeds vs Manchester United: Live updates

• 34’ - Maguire heads Man United ahead from a corner
• 45+5’ - Stoppage-time header from Fernandes doubles United’s lead
• 53’ - Rodrigo’s attempted cross flies over De Gea and in to reduce deficit
• 64’ - Raphinha slides in equaliser just 24 seconds after Leeds’ first goal
• 70’ - Fred scores just minutes after coming on as sub to restore United’s lead
• 88’ - Elanga finally wraps up the points late on
• Manchester United tighten grip on top four despite quickfire two-goal fightback from Leeds

[20 February 2022 13:57 · Michael Jones]

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Here come the teams. This should be a fairly open game as both teams like to attack. When the teams met at Old Trafford earlier in the season Manchester United won 5-1.

Goals are expected but it should be a more even contest today.

[20 February 2022 13:53 · Michael Jones]

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Less than 10 minutes to go until kick off at Elland Road. Which way is this game going to go? Can Leeds get back to winning ways or will Manchester United do the double over the Whites?

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[20 February 2022 13:49 · Michael Jones]

Leeds vs Manchester United: Marcelo Bielsa tight-lipped on speculation over Leeds future

Marcelo Bielsa has refused to discuss his future amid speculation on whether he will remain as Leeds head coach for another season.

Bielsa prefers to sign one-year contracts at the end of each campaign and was in no mood to offer any insight into his long-term plans.

There is a growing belief among Leeds fans that the 65-year-old could call time on his four-year spell at Elland Road when his latest deal expires in June, while former Leipzig boss Jesse Marsch has been linked with the club.

[20 February 2022 13:45 · Michael Jones]

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Bruno Fernandes has five goals and one assist in just three league appearances against Leeds. He has created 71 chances in the Premier League this season, more than any other top-flight player.

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[20 February 2022 13:41 · Michael Jones]

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If he scores for Leeds today, Daniel James will become the first player to score a Premier League goal in this fixture for both clubs.

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[20 February 2022 13:38 · Michael Jones]

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Ralf Rangnick’s side are aiming to keep back-to-back clean sheets in all competitions, having gone 49 matches without doing so.

[20 February 2022 13:35 · Michael Jones]

Leeds vs Manchester United: ‘It’s crunch time’ says Shaw

Manchester United left-back, Luke Shaw, says that his team are entering a ‘crunch time’ of the season where the club has to pick up wins and build momentum if they want to finish in the top four this season. Shaw said:

I think this is the crunch time of the season. It is very important to get some momentum. We need to win games.

“We are Manchester United, and we should be challenging for the title, but in this instance, we are fighting for a Champions League place. We need this club to be in the Champions League.”

[20 February 2022 13:32 · Michael Jones]

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Leeds United have lost two of their last three top-flight home games, as many as they had in their previous 14 at Elland Road.

[20 February 2022 13:29 · Michael Jones]

Leeds vs Manchester United: Cristiano Ronaldo earns the praise of Ralf Rangnick after breaking scoreless run

Ralf Rangnick was delighted by Cristiano Ronaldo’s performance as Manchester United kickstarted their Champions League qualification quest with a much-needed win against 10-man Brighton.

Having blown half-time leads to draw three straight matches in all competitions, the Red Devils desperately needed to put three points on the board at Old Trafford on Tuesday.

Brighton flew out of the blocks against the shaky hosts, who recovered from being jeered off at the break to seal a key victory as Ronaldo ended his six-game scoreless streak with a superb effort shortly after half-time.

[20 February 2022 13:26 · Michael Jones]

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Manchester United are the only side to have scored in all of their top-flight away fixtures this season. They last failed to score in a league away game against Leeds in April 2021.