Red Devils Roar Back: Man United Defeated leicester 5-2 in Carabao Cup

The victory marked a much-needed turnaround for United, who had won just one of their previous eight matches. Van Nistelrooy's caretaker reign got off to a promising start, with the club in talks to hire Sporting Lisbon's Ruben Amorim as permanent head coach.

Ruud Van happy and cheering to the audience.

Sports - Manchester United began life after Erik Ten Hag with a resounding 5-2 victory over Leicester City in the Carabao Cup, advancing to the quarter-finals under temporary manager Ruud van Nistelrooy.

Van Nistelrooy, a fan favourite and former United striker, took charge after Ten Hag's 29-month reign ended on Monday. The Dutchman's temporary term started with a bang, thanks to goals from Casemiro (2), Alejandro Garnacho, and Bruno Fernandes (2).

United dominated from the start, with Casemiro opening the scoring with a stunning 15th-minute strike from nearly 30 yards. The midfielder's powerful shot crashed into the net off the underside of the bar, sending the Old Trafford crowd into raptures.

Ruud van Nistelrooy in the picture 

Garnacho doubled the lead in the 28th minute, slamming home a low delivery from Diogo Dalot. Leicester pulled one back through Bilal El Khannouss's 33rd-minute strike, but United's momentum was unstoppable.

Fernandes' deflected free-kick and Casemiro's second goal gave United a 4-1 lead, before Conor Coady reduced the deficit in first-half stoppage time. Fernandes sealed the win with his second goal in the 59th minute, rounding the goalkeeper and finishing with ease.

United's win was marked by energetic performances from Casemiro, Garnacho, and Fernandes, who shone in a dominant display. The Red Devils will now look forward to the Carabao Cup quarter-finals, buoyed by Van Nistelrooy's temporary stewardship.

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Van Nistelrooy praised his team's hunger and desire after the match, citing the "hectic" build-up to the game. United's players responded with a convincing win, showcasing their potential under new leadership.

As United await their quarter-final opponents, fans will be eager to see if Van Nistelrooy can continue this winning momentum. With Amorim's potential arrival on the horizon, the Red Devils' future looks bright.