Manchester United secured a 4-2 victory over a struggling Sheffield United side at Old Trafford on Wednesday evening, despite facing setbacks twice during the match.
The opener came in an unexpected fashion as Sheffield United capitalized on an Andre Onana error, with Jayden Bogle taking advantage to put the Blades ahead. However, Harry Maguire’s near-post header just before halftime leveled the score for the Red Devils.
Sheffield United regained the lead shortly after halftime through Ben Brereton Diaz’s goal, but Bruno Fernandes equalized once more for Manchester United with a well-converted penalty. Fernandes then showcased his brilliance with a stunning left-footed strike to put the hosts ahead, before setting up Rasmus Hojlund to seal the victory.
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Match Summary:
Manchester United started strongly, with Diogo Dalot’s early effort forcing a save from Sheffield United’s returning goalkeeper, Wes Foderingham. Alejandro Garnacho also tested Foderingham but failed to convert a close-range opportunity.
Despite dominating possession, Manchester United found themselves trailing after Onana’s mistake allowed Bogle to score for Sheffield United. However, Maguire’s header leveled the score just before halftime.
Manchester United continued to press in the second half, but fell behind again as Brereton Diaz found the net for Sheffield United. Fernandes restored parity with a calmly taken penalty after Aaron Trusty fouled Maguire in the box.
In a display of resilience, Fernandes then scored a superb goal to put Manchester United ahead, before assisting Hojlund for the fourth goal, securing the win for the Red Devils.