In May 1999, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer immortalized himself in Manchester United’s history by scoring a crucial injury-time goal that sealed the club’s historic Treble-winning season. Solskjaer’s arrival at United coincided with Alan Shearer’s move to Newcastle, a decision that would have a profound impact on both clubs’ futures. Signed for a modest fee of £1.5 million from Molde, the Norwegian forward joined Old Trafford with little fanfare, reflecting his humble personality.

However, Solskjaer wasted no time in leaving his mark at the Theatre of Dreams. Just six minutes into his debut, he emphatically struck a vital equalizer against Blackburn Rovers, immediately capturing the attention of the fans. This early display of his talent earned him the nickname “Baby-faced Assassin.”

Throughout his career, Solskjaer delivered numerous unforgettable moments for United. In addition to his iconic goal in the Champions League final against Bayern Munich in Barcelona, he scored four goals as a substitute in an 8-1 away victory against Nottingham Forest during the Treble-winning season. He also scored a last-minute winner against Liverpool in the FA Cup, propelling United to the final.

One of Solskjaer’s most memorable goals came later in his career when he made a comeback after a long-term knee injury, scoring against Charlton. His unwavering commitment and love for the club endeared him to the fans, firmly establishing himself as a favorite among the supporters.

After retiring in 2007, Solskjaer returned to Molde, the club where he began his professional journey, and took on the role of head coach. He achieved remarkable success, guiding the team to their first-ever league title and successfully defending it the following year. His impressive coaching abilities caught the attention of Manchester United, and in the winter of 2018, he received the long-awaited call.

Initially appointed as an interim coach, Solskjaer rejuvenated the team and orchestrated a remarkable comeback in Paris, leading United to a victory against PSG and securing their place in the Champions League quarter-finals. This extraordinary achievement earned him the permanent position as United’s manager.