Despite the defeat, Manchester United remain determined to qualify for the Europa League last 16 after a 3-2 aggregate win. Because, in the first leg of Manchester United had won 2-0. Thus, the MU will meet Athletic Bilbao in the last 16.
Playing at home, MU actually look convincing. When the game has been running for six minutes, Manchester United had the lead through striker Javier Hernandez.
But Ajax is able to equalize at 1-1 through goals Ozbiliz Aras. This spectacular goal going through hard kick Ozbiliz who are unable to reach by Manchester United goalkeeper, David de Gea. Score 1-1 last until halftime.
Into the second half, Ajax who want to escape continued appear insistent. The pressure continued throughout the second half Ajax players. Not only the Ajax, Manchester United were also doing the same thing.
However, these efforts the second half Ajax is reaping the rewards. Chelsea's goal back through goals Toby Alderweireld broken on 87 minutes. This goal was going through his head header after a free kick Ozbiliz use. That without an escort Alderweireld spatially netted Chelsea's goal.
One further goal in the second half is apparently not able to save Ajax. The Dutch team still failed to advance to the last 16 after losing to the aggregate of the MU, 2-3
Ferguson Regrets Lower Young Players
Manchester United manager, Sir Alex Ferguson said he had made a mistake in the selection of players in the last 32 second leg of the Europa League. He feels too many young players lose against Ajax Amsterdam.
Despite losing 1-2 at Old Trafford on Thursday, February 23, 2012 or early Friday morning local time, keep the Red Devils strolled into the round of 16. Manchester United escaped with a 3-2 aggregate victory and will challenge the representatives of Spain, Athletic Bilbao in the next round.
"I'm disappointed. I am responsible for choosing the team and tonight I lose too many young players in our back four, "said Ferguson on Channel Five, after the game.
"They were all aged 19-21 years, a major problem in terms of experience at the back. It's a risk we take," said 70-year coach.
MU got ahead goal by Javier Hernandez in the sixth minute. Ajax and then reverse the position Aras Ozbiliz goal (37 ') and Toby Alderweireld (87').
"Ajax is a fantastic football team in terms of ball control. You can not imagine they could take part every time. The first goal was a bit controversial. I think it's handball and Ozbiliz a shot, "said Fergie.
"They controlled the ball a lot but do not seem to want to score goals. But after scoring a goal, they got confidence and played very well in the second half. We only have one shot on goal in the second half and we played very disappointing, "said the Scottish manager.
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