Former Europa League winners Manchester United booked a quarter-final spot in the tournament after their second-string side laboured to a 2-1 home win over LASK Linz on Wednesday to seal a 7-1 aggregate rout of the Austrian side.

United’s reward is a clash with FC Copenhagen in Cologne on Monday after the Danish side beat Istanbul Basaksehir 3-0 at home earlier on Wednesday to wipe out a 1-0 first-leg deficit.

United, who won Europe’s second-tier club competition in 2017, appeared to be going through the motions and fell behind to a spectacular Philipp Wiesinger goal in the 55th minute before Jesse Lingard and Anthony Martial replied.

Having been virtually assured of progress after a 5-0 win at LASK in March, United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer fielded a below-strength side at Old Trafford and they looked completely at sea for an hour.

Solskjaer said the fringe players needed a run out to stay in shape for United’s trip to Germany, where the latter stages of the competiton will be played in a mini-tournament, as his side aim to end the season on a high note.

“We learned that the players need to play to keep that sharpness,” the Norwegian told BT Sport.

“Some of these lads haven’t played for a while and it showed. Some haven’t played since lockdown. For me, it was a good exercise. It’s job done, minutes under the belt and on to (face) Copenhagen.”

United found themselves under pressure early on as LASK defender Andres Andrade hit the bar in the 10th minute and Husein Balic fired just wide from the ensuing scramble before striker Marko Raguz twice came close in a one-sided first half.

LASK took a deserved lead when United half cleared a corner and Wiesinger gave home goalkeeper Sergio Romero no chance with a screaming first-time shot from 25 metres into the top corner.

Falling behind finally spurred United into action and Lingard equalised after a defence-splitting pass by Juan Mata left him with time and space to steer his shot past goalkeeper Alexander Schlager.

Late substitute Martial completed United’s comeback on the night in the 88th minute when his close-range shot trickled over the line after squeezing through Schlager’s legs.

Romero spared United more blushes when he kept out a Raguz back-heel from two metres with a superb reflex save deep into stoppage time.

The last eight will be played in four German cities as part of the mini-tournament, with the final on Aug. 21 in Cologne.

Former Europa League winners Manchester United booked a quarter-final spot in the tournament after their second-string side laboured to a 2-1 home win over LASK Linz on Wednesday to seal a 7-1 aggregate rout of the Austrian side.

Former Europa League winners Manchester United booked a quarter-final spot in the tournament after their second-string side laboured to a 2-1 home win over LASK Linz on Wednesday to seal a 7-1 aggregate rout of the Austrian side. United’s reward is a clash with FC Copenhagen in Cologne on Monday after the Danish side beat Istanbul Basaksehir 3-0 at home earlier on Wednesday to wipe out a 1-0 first-leg deficit. United, who won Europe’s second-tier club competition in 2017, appeared to be going through the motions and fell behind to a spectacular Philipp Wiesinger goal in the 55th minute before Jesse Lingard and Anthony Martial replied. Having been virtually assured of progress after a 5-0 win at LASK in March, United manager Ole Gunnar Solskjaer fielded a below-strength side at Old Trafford and they looked completely at sea for an hour. Solskjaer said the fringe players needed a run out to stay in shape for United’s trip to Germany, where the latter stages of the competiton will be played in a mini-tournament, as his side aim to end the season on a high note. “We learned that the players need to play to keep that sharpness,” the Norwegian told BT Sport. “Some of these lads haven’t played for a while and it showed. Some haven’t played since lockdown. For me, it was a good exercise. It’s job done, minutes under the belt and on to (face) Copenhagen.” United found themselves under pressure early on as LASK defender Andres Andrade hit the bar in the 10th minute and Husein Balic fired just wide from the ensuing scramble before striker Marko Raguz twice came close in a one-sided first half. LASK took a deserved lead when United half cleared a corner and Wiesinger gave home goalkeeper Sergio Romero no chance with a screaming first-time shot from 25 metres into the top corner. Falling behind finally spurred United into action and Lingard equalised after a defence-splitting pass by Juan Mata left him with time and space to steer his shot past goalkeeper Alexander Schlager. Late substitute Martial completed United’s comeback on the night in the 88th minute when his close-range shot trickled over the line after squeezing through Schlager’s legs. Romero spared United more blushes when he kept out a Raguz back-heel from two metres with a superb reflex save deep into stoppage time. The last eight will be played in four German cities as part of the mini-tournament, with the final on Aug. 21 in Cologne.

Below-strength Man United move into Europa League last eight

Manchester United are set to face LASK in the much-awaited UEFA Europa League second-leg clash at the iconic Old Trafford in Manchester. Holding a comfortable 5-0 lead, Manchester United will enter this clash with no nerves at all having won three of their last UEL matches by a four-plus goal margin.&nbsp;

The Red Devils are unbeaten in this season’s Europa League and would be looking to advance in the competition in a bid to lift the title. Manchester United have already sealed the Champions League spot after finishing in the top four of Premier League.&nbsp;

Whereas LASK have suffered three league defeats and haven’t drawn a single match in their last eight games. The first-leg defeat to Manchester United was LASK’s first UEL defeat in seven games. But, the Austrian outfit would look to produce an inspiring performance in the Theatre of Dreams without thinking much of the result.&nbsp;

ALSO READ:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/uefa-champions-league-and-europa-league-fixtures-timings-of-remaining-round-of-16-matches-317873" hreflang="en">UEFA Champions League and Europa League: Fixtures, timings of remaining Round of 16 matches</a>

<h2>Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match: All you need to know</h2>

When will the Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match begin?

The Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match will begin at 12:30 AM IST on August 5.

Where will the Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match be played?

The Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match match will be held at Old Trafford, Manchester.

Which channel will telecast the Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match?

The Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match will have a live telecast on Ten 2 and Ten2 HD in India

How to watch the live streaming of Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match?

The live streaming of Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match will be available on Sony’s streaming platform. &nbsp; &nbsp;

Manchester United are set to face LASK in the much-awaited UEFA Europa League second-leg clash at the iconic Old Trafford in Manchester. Holding a comfortable 5-0 lead, Manchester United will enter this clash with no nerves at all having won three of their last UEL matches by a four-plus goal margin.

Manchester United are set to face LASK in the much-awaited UEFA Europa League second-leg clash at the iconic Old Trafford in Manchester. Holding a comfortable 5-0 lead, Manchester United will enter this clash with no nerves at all having won three of their last UEL matches by a four-plus goal margin. The Red Devils are unbeaten in this season’s Europa League and would be looking to advance in the competition in a bid to lift the title. Manchester United have already sealed the Champions League spot after finishing in the top four of Premier League. Whereas LASK have suffered three league defeats and haven’t drawn a single match in their last eight games. The first-leg defeat to Manchester United was LASK’s first UEL defeat in seven games. But, the Austrian outfit would look to produce an inspiring performance in the Theatre of Dreams without thinking much of the result. ALSO READ: UEFA Champions League and Europa League: Fixtures, timings of remaining Round of 16 matches Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match: All you need to know When will the Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match begin? The Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match will begin at 12:30 AM IST on August 5. Where will the Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match be played? The Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match match will be held at Old Trafford, Manchester. Which channel will telecast the Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match? The Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match will have a live telecast on Ten 2 and Ten2 HD in India How to watch the live streaming of Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match? The live streaming of Manchester United vs LASK, UEFA Europa League match will be available on Sony’s streaming platform.

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