Manchester United survive Luton Town scare, win 2-1: Key stats
Manchester United edged past Luton Town 2-1 on matchday 25 of the 2023-24 Premier League. Rasmus Hojlund returned with an early brace to hand the Red Devils a 2-0 lead within the first seven minutes of the game. Carlton Morris pulled one goal back for Luton but eventually it wasn't enough. Notably, the hosts dominated the show after United went 2-0 up. Here's more.
Youngest to score in six successive Premier League appearances
As per Opta, aged 21 years and 14 days, Hojlund is the youngest player ever to score in six successive Premier League appearances, surpassing Joe Willock's record (21y 272d). Hojlund has scored against Aston Villa (home), Spurs (home), Wolves (away), West Ham (home), Aston Villa (away), and now Luton (away). In these six games, Hojlund has scored seven goals, in addition to two assists.
Earliest away goal for Manchester United in the Premier League
As per Opta, Hojlund netted the earliest-ever away goal in the Premier League for Manchester United, within 37 seconds of kick-off. He also handed Manchester United their fastest-ever 2-0 lead in an away fixture in the Premier League in just seven minutes.
15 goals involvement for Hojlund in his debut season
In 20 Premier League appearances, Hojlund has scored seven goals and provided two assists. Meanwhile, in 30 matches across competitions this season, Hojlund owns 13 goals (A2) to take his goals involvement to 15.
Manchester United scripted these records
Manchester United are now unbeaten in their last 13 matches against Luton in all competitions since a 2-1 defeat at the Kenilworth Road in 1987. The Red Devils have won each of their last 12 Premier League games against promoted sides. They have scored 25 goals in these fixtures while conceding six goals. United have won seven Premier League away fixtures this season.
Second-most away wins in the 2023-24 Premier League
With this 2-1 win, Manchester United have now registered seven away wins in the 2023-24 Premier League. As per Opta, only Manchester City and Arsenal (both 8) are ahead of the Red Devils in terms of away wins in the league this season. Notably, United have won all three of their Premier League away matches in 2024.
Morris scored in his third consecutive Premier League game
Morris has been in exceptional form in recent times. As per Squawka, he became the first Luton Town player to score in three consecutive Premier League games. He scored against Newcastle United, followed by a goal against Sheffield United and now versus Manchester United at home. He has scored seven goals this season in the Premier League across 24 matches while registering four assists.
Here's the match summary
Hojlund handed United the early lead after he capitalized on Amari'i Bell's mistake. A few minutes later, he made it 2-0 courtesy of a volley from Alejandro Garnacho. Luton pushed the visitors thereafter and retaliated with a header from Morris. United had several solid chances on the counter in the second half, but failed to capitalize. Luton crashed the post in injury time.
Points table and match stats
Manchester United registered their 14th win this season (D2, L9), registering 44 points. They are sixth in the points table, only five points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa. Meanwhile, Luton Town suffered their 14th defeat of the league campaign and remain 17th. Luton made 22 attempts to United's 21. Erik ten Hag's men had more shots on target (9-4). Luton owned 59% ball possession.
