Manchester United bounced back from a historic thrashing by Liverpool in the English Premier League to beat Spanish side, Real Betis 4-1 in the first leg of their Europa League last 16 tie on Thursday. Erik ten Hag's side equalled their heaviest ever defeat and worst since 1931 in losing 7-0 at Anfield on Sunday. The Red Devils responded by naming the same starting line-up and was rewarded with a return to form. Antony curled a brilliant shot into the top corner before Bruno Fernandes, who Ten Hag named again as captain, headed in Luke Shaw's corner. Wout Weghorst then netted just his second goal in 15 appearances as Manchester United seized the initiative going in the second leg at Seville next week.