Sandwiched between two disappointing Premier League results, Manchester United took a giant stride towards the quarter-finals of the Europa League last Thursday evening.
Just four days after being embarrassed by Liverpool at Anfield, United delivered a first-class response and took out their frustrations on Real Betis, recording an impressive 4-1 win in the first leg of their last-16 showdown at Old Trafford.
After Marcus Rashford had seen his first-half opener cancelled out by Leicester City loanee Ayoze Perez, United rallied in the second half, putting the La Liga side to the sword.
Goals from Antony, Bruno Fernandes and a first at Old Trafford for Wout Weghorst sealed a routine victory, meaning they will arrive in Spain for Thursday's second leg with one foot already in the last-eight. READ MORE: Alejandro Garnacho issues injury update While nothing can be taken for granted in football, particularly in European competitions, United will be confident of seeing the job through and keeping their hopes of clinching a famous cup treble this season alive.