Manchester United Defeats Arsenal 3-2 in Premier League Thriller
Manchester United defeated Arsenal 3-2 in a Premier League match, marking Michael Carrick's second consecutive win against a top-two team since taking charge.
Match Summary
Arsenal initially took the lead through a goal involving Lisandro Martinez and Jurrien Timber. Manchester United responded quickly, with Bryan Mbeumo capitalizing on an Arsenal defensive error to equalize.
United then took the lead early in the second half when Patrick Dorgu scored with a volley. Mikel Merino later equalized for Arsenal, bringing the score to 2-2.
However, Matheus Cunha scored almost immediately afterward, securing the winning goal and the 3-2 victory for Manchester United.
Manchester United Player Ratings
- Senne Lammens: 7 - Made good saves, handled aerial threats, crowded for the equalizer.
- Diogo Dalot: 7 - Performed well against Trossard, solid at right-back.
- Harry Maguire: 9 - Identified as the best centre-back on the pitch.
- Lisandro Martinez: 7 - Involved in Arsenal's opening goal, made a block.
- Luke Shaw: 8 - Defended effectively against Saka, maintained awareness.
- Casemiro: 7 - Contributed defensively from set-pieces, distributed the ball well.
- Kobbie Mainoo: 8 - Helped United gain control, provided a late assist.
- Amad: 6 - Delivered accurate corners, made one poor decision on a break.
- Bruno Fernandes: 7 - Displayed moments of danger despite some sloppy passes.
- Patrick Dorgu: 8 - Contributed to the first goal's build-up with a weak header but scored a significant goal to put United ahead.
- Bryan Mbeumo: 8 - Scored a goal and was a threat with his movement.
Substitutes
- Matheus Cunha: 8 - Took good positions and scored the winning goal.
- Benjamin Sesko: 7 - Had limited time to impact the game.
- Noussair Mazraoui: 6 - A late substitute appearance.