Michael Carrick’s Manchester United squad really brought their A-game, extending their winning streak in the Premier League to four consecutive games under his refreshed leadership. They triumphed over a Tottenham Hotspur side that ended up being reduced to ten men, securing a solid 2-0 victory at the iconic Old Trafford.
The turning point arrived relatively early in the game, around the 29th minute, when Spurs’ captain, Cristian Romero, committed a truly reckless challenge on Manchester United’s Casemiro. The referee had no choice but to show Romero a straight red card for serious foul play, leaving Tottenham with a significant disadvantage for the majority of the match.
United, being the formidable side they are, wasted no time capitalizing on the numerical superiority. After a few near-misses that had the crowd on the edge of their seats, the deadlock was finally broken in the 38th minute. Bryan Mbeumo, showcasing incredible composure, expertly finished a wonderfully executed set-piece routine, sending the ball home and putting United firmly in control.
As the second half unfolded, Manchester United continued to press their advantage. There were a couple of moments of frustration when goals from Amad and Matheus Cunha were chalked off, but the team’s persistence paid off. With just nine minutes left on the clock, Bruno Fernandes emerged as the hero of the hour, popping up at the back post to instinctively slot home and double United’s lead, sealing their impressive win.
This vital victory means Manchester United holds strong in fourth place in the Premier League table. They’re now breathing down the neck of second-placed Manchester City, sitting just three points behind them, with City’s upcoming crucial match against Liverpool on Sunday. Meanwhile, it was a tough day for Tottenham, who remain languishing in 14th place.
By: Andrews Addotey
