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Man United rallies to beat Aston Villa 4-2 in League Cup a day after several big teams were eliminated

Manchester United's Scott McTominay, bottom, celebrates after scoring his side's fourth goal during the English League Cup third round soccer match between Manchester United and Aston Villa in Manchester, England, Thursday, Nov. 10, 2022. (AP Photo/Dave Thompson)

Manchester United twice came from behind to beat Aston Villa 4-2 Thursday and advance to last 16 of the English League Cup, a day after several other big teams were eliminated.

After a slow opening 45 minutes, the game came alive after the break with all six goals scored in the second half. United forward Anthony Martial canceled out Ollie Watkins' opener within seconds, then Marcus Rashford struck after Diogo Dalot's own goal had put the visitors back in front.

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