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Luton Town 1-2 Man United – Premier League LIVE: Latest score, team news and updates as Rasmus Hojlund scores twice early on

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Follow Mail Sport’s live blog of Luton Town vs Manchester United as Erik Ten Hag‘s men look to continue their recent run of form and make it four wins in a row when they travel to Kenilworth Road.

Luton 1-2 Man United

WHAT A CHANCE! How has Garnacho not scored?

Luton 1-2 Man United

United are so, so shaky at the back.

A corner for the hosts was cleared out to Ogbone, who shifted onto his left. The drive had plenty of power but Onana held over to his left.

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Garnacho threatened again but his low effort was off target.

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United are beginning to find a rhythm again.

Fernandes clipped a good corner to Garnacho on the edge of the box, allowing the winger time to set himself and shoot low.

The ball whistled through bodies but Kaminski held well.

Better from the visitors, but Erik ten Hag is far from pleased.

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HEROIC BLOCK! That denied United a third!

It was absolutely crucial from Lokonga, who was the last man.

United broke at speed and Fernandes, all of a sudden, raced through on goal before taking the ball around Kaminski.

He looked all set to slide home a simple finish but Lokonga, sliding in from nowhere, deflected behind with his leg.

Soccer Football - Premier League - Luton Town v Manchester United - Kenilworth Road, Luton, Britain - February 18, 2024 Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes shoots at goal as Luton Town's Albert Sambi Lokonga blocks his shot REUTERS/Hannah Mckay NO USE WITH UNAUTHORIZED AUDIO, VIDEO, DATA, FIXTURE LISTS, CLUB/LEAGUE LOGOS OR 'LIVE' SERVICES. ONLINE IN-MATCH USE LIMITED TO 45 IMAGES, NO VIDEO EMULATION. NO USE IN BETTING, GAMES OR SINGLE CLUB/LEAGUE/PLAYER PUBLICATIONS.

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Sharp save from Kaminski to deny Rashford.

The forward was released down this near side and only had one aim in his mind – to shoot with power from the edge of the area.

He did just that, with Kaminski scrambling to his right to palm out.

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What a cross! It was begging to be met!

Luton won the ball back in midfield and played through Doughty down the left. He got to the byline and delivered quite brilliantly.

Woodrow dangled out a leg but couldn’t make contact.

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Almost for Dalot! Where did he come from?

The ball was floated over the top and the rampaging full back once again surged beyond the last line before controlling.

He was through on Kaminski but the goalkeeper dived to his feet and collected bravely. The angle was certainly inviting.

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Luton have been a little slow out of the traps in this second period.

United worked the ball out to Garnacho on the left, with the forward cutting inside and rolling a pass to tee up Fernandes.

The captain let fly but McTominay inadvertently blocked.

Luton 1-2 Man United

Gary Neville, speaking on Sky Sports…

Let’s be clear, this severely weakens Manchester United.

Manchester United's Dutch manager Erik ten Hag reacts as he leaves at half-time in the English Premier League football match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road in Luton, north of London on February 18, 2024. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. /  (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)

SECOND HALF!

Here we go again, then! Let’s go.

What will that double change do for both these sides?

Rolling the dice

Erik ten Hag has opted to take off two of his cautioned players.

Scott McTominay and Jonny Evans will emerge for the restart.

Casemiro and Harry Maguire have made way.

LUTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Carlton Morris of Luton Town is tackled by Harry Maguire of Manchester United during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road on February 18, 2024 in Luton, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Walking red

Surely Casemiro doesn’t come out for the second half?

He’s so lucky to still be on the pitch! Decision time for Erik ten Hag.

The midfielder has been booked in seven of his last nine appearances.

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WATCH! Morris’ brave response

This stooping header brought Luton right back into this one.

WATCH! Hojlund’s double delight

What a start this was for United and Rasmus Hojlund.

HALF TIME!

PEEP! That was absolutely breathless.

United looked in total control of this one after Hojlund notched a brace inside the first 10 minutes, but Luton have fought back superbly.

Morris halved the deficit with a brave header from close range and from that point, United imploded all over the pitch.

Rob Edwards will be delighted while Erik ten Hag will be very concerned. He will also know Casmiro should have been dismissed.

Big 45 minutes coming right up.

Luton 1-2 Man United

The hosts really should be on level terms!

Again, United were split wide open at will, freeing up space for Doughty to race in to before cutting inside and shooting.

His low effort fizzed across the grass but went wide of the target.

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Shaw has made way for Lindelof.

Was he fit enough to start? He was a doubt heading into this.

That’s a big blow for United, though the full back has been sluggish.

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We’re into four added minutes now.

Rashford went down rather dramatically after being caught by Lokonga’s arm, but he was able to get back to his feet.

The home crowd, as you can expect, were spitting with rage.

Is there time for an equaliser? United have simply imploded.

Manchester United's Marcus Rashford reacts after sustaining an injury during the English Premier League soccer match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road, in Luton, England, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)

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BOOKING! That was desperate from Maguire.

He was left exposed down the left after another turnover and took down Morris, who danced past him with a clever shoulder drop.

Barkley and Doughty stood over the resulting free-kick and the latter stepped up, only to blast his effort into the wall.

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Gary Neville, speaking on Sky Sports…

He’s not going for his card despite Luton players urging him to do so… he’s lucky!

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Casemiro is very lucky to avoid a red card!

I’m shocked he hasn’t walked.

Already on a yellow, he slid in late on Barkley and made contact. That was reckless and certainly from behind.

He’s ridiculously fortunate.

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So, so close! United have been so poor the last 10 minutes or so.

They lost the ball under the press yet again and Morris, glancing up from 25 yards out, flashed one just wide of the far post.

Onana looked worried there at full stretch.

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BOOKING! Suddenly, Luton are on top and United look sluggish.

Bell moved beyond Casemiro with ease and was taken down.

The holding midfielder delivered another memorable reaction but he had absolutely no case there. It’s a yellow all day long.

LUTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Casemiro of Manchester United reacts after being shown a yellow card for fouling Amari'i Bell of Luton Town during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road on February 18, 2024 in Luton, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

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Another chance for Luton! They’re knocking on the door.

From the resulting corner, Doughty whipped the ball in and Osho found himself free of any markers and stood around 12 yards out.

His header was poor, though, and United survived.

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HUGE CHANCE! Maguire is a lucky, lucky boy.

The attempted pass out from the defender was shocking and Barkley stole in before releasing Woodrow into the area.

Just when he looked to shoot, Varane got across to deflect behind.

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United wanted a penalty – but that was never going to be given.

Hojlund looked like he tried to pre-empt a challenge from Bell that, in the end, never came. He went down but there was no contact.

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CHANCE! Almost for Luton! They’re giving this a real go.

Doughty received out wide and whipped a devilish ball into the box.

Morris got up at the back post but could only glance off target.

This has been a good spell for the underdogs.

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This is a crazy game of football.

Dalot couldn’t quite wriggle free after a simple flick-on down one end, with Luton committing to going man-for-man all over the pitch.

It’s risky but it’s nullifying certain threats for the visitors.

Luton are also threatening when they push on, particularly out wide.

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BOOKING! Shaw has also been cautioned.

Ogbene looked to take on the full back and beat him all ends up.

That’s a yellow every day of the week. Especially on Sunday.

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Rashford is very fortunate not to have been booked there.

He felt Mengi had left an arm in his face as the duo challenged and then chased down Ogbene before taking him down.

On Sky Sports, Gary Neville said the forward ‘snapped’.

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BOOKING! Woodrow has picked up the game’s first yellow card.

It was an avoidable one, too.

The striker didn’t moved back the required 10 yards as Maguire looked to play United forward from deep.

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Gary Neville, speaking on Sky Sports…

We’ve got a game! Onana came out and tried to smother, but Morris was brave.

Luton Town's Carlton Morris, center, celebrates after scoring his side's opening goal during the English Premier League soccer match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road, in Luton, England, Sunday, Feb. 18, 2024. (AP Photo/Ian Walton)

GOAL! Luton 1-2 Man United (Morris, 14)

Well, then! That was brave from Morris – and Luton have hope!

The hosts got to the edge of United’s box and Chong span and tried his luck. The effort deflected up in the air and Onana tried to race out.

Morris read the danger brilliantly, though, and dived in to nod beyond United’s goalkeeper. Out of nowhere, they’ve got a goal back.

Luton Town's English striker #09 Carlton Morris (C) heads their first goal past Manchester United's Cameroonian goalkeeper #24 Andre Onana (L) during the English Premier League football match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road in Luton, north of London on February 18, 2024. (Photo by Glyn KIRK / AFP) / RESTRICTED TO EDITORIAL USE. No use with unauthorized audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or 'live' services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No video emulation. Social media in-match use limited to 120 images. An additional 40 images may be used in extra time. No use in betting publications, games or single club/league/player publications. /  (Photo by GLYN KIRK/AFP via Getty Images)
LUTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Carlton Morris of Luton Town scores his team's first goal past Andre Onana of Manchester United during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road on February 18, 2024 in Luton, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)

Luton 0-2 Man United

Shot from Garnacho straight at Kaminski.

Mainoo did brilliantly in skipping past a challenge and teeing up the winger, who danced inside and cracked an effort at goal.

It had plenty of power but the goalkeeper held on well down low.

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Good chance for Rashford! Luton are all over the place.

Maguire stepped in to a good challenge on Woodrow and brought the ball forward before releasing Rashford to run at goal.

He got to the edge of the box and let fly, with his shot swerving wide.

GOAL! Luton 0-2 Man United (Hojlund, 7)

United have a quickfire second! Two goals in the first 10 minutes!

Everything Hojlund touches turns to goals at the moment.

A corner for United after a deflected Fernandes shot fell to Garnacho, who attempted a volley that looked to be heading off target.

Hojlund, however, stuck out his chest and managed to divert a very clever finish back across goal and into the corner. I think he meant it!

Soccer Football - Premier League - Luton Town v Manchester United - Kenilworth Road, Luton, Britain - February 18, 2024 Manchester United's Rasmus Hojlund scores their second goal Action Images via Reuters/Peter Cziborra NO USE WITH UNAUTHORIZED AUDIO, VIDEO, DATA, FIXTURE LISTS, CLUB/LEAGUE LOGOS OR 'LIVE' SERVICES. ONLINE IN-MATCH USE LIMITED TO 45 IMAGES, NO VIDEO EMULATION. NO USE IN BETTING, GAMES OR SINGLE CLUB/LEAGUE/PLAYER PUBLICATIONS.
LUTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Alejandro Garnacho of Manchester United shoots and assists for his team's second goal which was scored by Rasmus Hojlund of Manchester United (not pictured) during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road on February 18, 2024 in Luton, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)

Luton 0-1 Man United

United look very, very sharp on the attack.

They should also be two-nil up with two chances in the space of a minute squandered, first from Casemiro then Rashford.

Shaw whipped in a delivery to the near post and Casemiro threatened, with his effort from close range just about scrambled away.

Then, Garnacho found Rashford on the edge of the box. His strike looked goalbound after a deflection, but Kaminski saved well.

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Gary Neville, speaking on Sky Sports…

Bell should deal with it but doesn’t. Hojlund is really banging them in now. He looks like the real deal.

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What a blistering start for United.

That was a record-breaking goal. Hojlund is now the youngest-ever player to score in six consecutive Premier League games.

Make no mistake. He’s firing on all cylinders now.

GOAL! Luton 0-1 Man United (Hojlund, 1)

WOW! What a mess at the back from the hosts. My word.

A long ball from United exposed Luton’s man-for-man approach at the back, leaving Hojlund in a foot race with Bell.

Bell should have cleared but made a horrible mess of pass across the pitch, allowing Hojlund to nip in and run at goal.

Kaminski narrowed the angle but the striker, full of confidence now, simply rounded him and slotted into the empty net.

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KICK OFF!

The ball is rolling at Kenilworth Road!

The players are out!

We’re just moments away from kick-off now.

Let’s get some last-minute score predictions in the comments.

Ten Hag: ‘We have to play our football’

Man United boss Erik ten Hag, speaking to Sky Sports…

In the last few weeks, they have made steps forward. We have to play our football or else we will be in trouble.

LUTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18:   Manchester United Head Coach / Manager Erik ten Hag arrives prior to the Premier League match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road on February 18, 2024 in Luton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)

Lockyer’s adoration

It’s been a lovely reception for Tom Lockyer this afternoon.

He’s on punditry duties for Sky Sports and has been treated to several rounds of applause from all four corners as well as countless chants.

So far, he’s doing a cracking job.

Luton Town's Tom Lockyer ahead of the Premier League match at Kenilworth Road, Luton. Luton captain Tom Lockyer said he "literally died" after his heart stopped for two minutes and 40 seconds during his harrowing on-pitch cardiac arrest. Picture date: Sunday February 18, 2024. PA Photo. See PA story SOCCER Lockyer. Photo credit should read: Bradley Collyer/PA Wire.RESTRICTIONS: EDITORIAL USE ONLY No use with unauthorised audio, video, data, fixture lists, club/league logos or "live" services. Online in-match use limited to 120 images, no video emulation. No use in betting, games or single club/league/player publications.

10-minute warning

It’s almost go-time at the Kenny!

I’m really looking forward to getting stuck into this one. There are sure to be several intriguing battles in every area of the pitch.

Keep a close eye on midfield. Bruno Fernandes will be key for United, but Ross Barkley should not be underestimated for the hosts.

At the back, it would appear that Luton will go man-for-man up against United’s attacking trio. That’s brave – but will it pay off?

LUTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Alejandro Garnacho, Kobbie Mainoo, Rasmus Hojlund of Manchester United warms up ahead of the Premier League match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road on February 18, 2024 in Luton, England. (Photo by Matthew Peters/Manchester United via Getty Images)
LUTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: Diogo Dalot, Kobbie Mainoo, Raphael Varane, Harry Maguire of Manchester United warms up ahead of the Premier League match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road on February 18, 2024 in Luton, England. (Photo by Matthew Peters/Manchester United via Getty Images)

Late injury blow

That’s such a shame for Luton.

Adebayo picked up an injury during the warm-up and has been deemed not fit enough to play today.

Woodrow will start instead – his first Premier League appearance from the off since an outing for Fulham back in 2014.

Adebayo has scored some big, big goals this season.

NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 3: Elijah Adebayo of Luton Town in action during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Luton Town at St. James Park on February 3, 2024 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Visionhaus/Getty Images)

‘Rocking Rasmus’ wants to rock again today

It was a slow start to Premier League life for Rasmus Hojlund after completing his £72million transfer from Atalanta to Old Trafford in the summer.

He had to wait 15 games for his first goal in the English top-flight as the Dane scored in United’s comeback win over Aston Villa, and since then has scored in each of his next four appearances.

Hojlund whipped out an electric guitar celebration after scoring against West Ham recently and being in such rich form it would be no surprise to see him rock again today.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 04: Rasmus Hojlund of Manchester United celebrates scoring the first goal with team mate Alejandro Garnacho during the Premier League match between Manchester United and West Ham United at Old Trafford on February 04, 2024 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)
LUTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18:   Rasmus Hojlund of Manchester United arrives prior to the Premier League match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road on February 18, 2024 in Luton, United Kingdom. (Photo by Ash Donelon/Manchester United via Getty Images)

Can Ross Barkley book himself on England’s Euros plane?

Ross Barkley and a place in England’s Euros team. A year ago that was a laughable idea, now after starring with Luton this season it could become a possibility.

The former Everton and Chelsea playmaker has been out in the cold for years but is one of Luton’s most influential stars this season, chipping in with three goals and three assists in 18 Premier League games.

Barkley’s last England appearance came in the 2019 European qualifiers and Gary Neville believes there is a chance the Luton star could force his way into the Three Lions camp again.

Speaking to Sky Sports, Neville said: ‘A little bit [of a chance], it will take a lot I think because of the players Gareth Southgate has got in those types of positions.

‘He has got a lot of flair players that he trusts and I think with Gareth once he’s made his decision on a sort of player, it takes a long time for them to get back into his sort of frame.

‘I think for me, Ross should just concentrate on enjoying his football and playing well for Luton without the pressure of thinking about England.’

Man United’s ‘Watermelon Sugar’ supporter brings the vibes

It’s a cold winters afternoon at Kenilworth Road but Harry Styles is bringing the good vibes at Luton as he joins supporters in the stands.

The pop superstar is a self-confessed Man United supporter and is hoping to see his side’s good form continue today against a Luton side not shy of taking on top sides.

Will it be a sweet afternoon for Styles or can Luton sour the party?

Luton team news

Rob Edwards names his starting side to take on United and two former Red Devils play against their previous club with defender Teden Mengi and winger Tahith Chong both given the chance to prove themselves.

Man United team news

United remain unchanged from their 2-1 win over Aston Villa last weekend. There was concerns over Luke Shaw’s fitness but he has come through a late test and starts at Kenilworth Road.

Meanwhile, Kobbie Mainoo continues his starring midfield role alongside Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes.

United seeking to continue winning form

It seems like only yesterday that United had no hope of catching the top four and Spurs were considered genuine title contenders. A win today for the Red Devils puts them within three points of Ange Postecoglou’s side.

United struggled heavily with injuries in the first half of the season but have found form since the turn of the year and are unbeaten in all competitions in 2024.

A 2-1 Premier League victory over Aston Villa last weekend made it three wins on the spin, today will make it four, but a trip to Kenilworth Road is no easy task.

Soccer Football - Premier League - Luton Town v Manchester United - Kenilworth Road, Luton, Britain - February 18, 2024 Manchester United team bus arrives before the match REUTERS/Hannah Mckay NO USE WITH UNAUTHORIZED AUDIO, VIDEO, DATA, FIXTURE LISTS, CLUB/LEAGUE LOGOS OR 'LIVE' SERVICES. ONLINE IN-MATCH USE LIMITED TO 45 IMAGES, NO VIDEO EMULATION. NO USE IN BETTING, GAMES OR SINGLE CLUB/LEAGUE/PLAYER PUBLICATIONS.
BIRMINGHAM, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 11: Scott McTominay of Manchester United celebrates scoring his side's second goal with team-mate Rasmus Hojlund during the Premier League match between Aston Villa and Manchester United at Villa Park on February 11, 2024 in Birmingham, England. (Photo by Chris Brunskill/Fantasista/Getty Images)

One Luton player not involved today is Luton captain Tom Lockyer. The Hatters defender suffered a cardiac arrest at Bournemouth in December and has been sidelined while recovering since then.

Lockyer is part of the Sky Sports punditry team for today’s match and has been talking through the series of events that took place on that scary day on the south coast.

The 29-year-old revealed he thought he might die on the pitch that day when he was shocked back to life by a defibrilator and has given an update on his current condition.

Good afternoon!

Good afternoon, thanks for joining us and welcome to Kenilworth Road as Luton host Manchester United in the Premier League.

You have to go all the way back to 1992 to find details of the last time these two played each other in the league and it was a 1-1 draw on that occasion. Such a result today suits neither party.

Team news is coming at 3.30pm with kick-off an hour later and we have plenty to cover in the build-up.

LUTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: General view outside the stadium as fans arrive prior to the Premier League match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road on February 18, 2024 in Luton, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images)
LUTON, ENGLAND - FEBRUARY 18: General view inside the stadium prior to the Premier League match between Luton Town and Manchester United at Kenilworth Road on February 18, 2024 in Luton, England. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images)
Key Updates

  • GOAL! Luton 1-2 Man United (Morris, 14)

  • GOAL! Luton 0-2 Man United (Hojlund, 7)

  • GOAL! Luton 0-1 Man United (Hojlund, 1)

  • Man United team news





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