Manchester United saved itself from disgrace. But he did not avoid a setback

Before the first whistle at Old Trafford, it seemed that a victory for Manchester United should be a formality. Erika ten Haga’s last home win was in October when they drew 0-0 with Newcastle United. Michael Skubala came to Old Trafford as a coach.

Manchester United – Leeds United. A great show at Old Trafford

The beginning of the match was perfect for the visitors, who took the lead at the Manchester United stadium in the first minute of the match. Leeds aggressively jumped at the hosts from the beginning, took the ball, which went to Wilfried Gnonto, who beat David de Gea with a flat shot from outside the penalty area.

The rest of the game is an attempt to score an equalizing goal by the third team in the Premier League table. Although the players of Erika ten Haga dominated on the pitch, they were unable to use it and went to the break, losing 0:1.

The start of the second half again belonged to Leeds United. Michael Skubala’s players jumped to their rivals again, took over the ball in the 48th minute near the penalty area, Gnonto played to Crysencio Summerville, who tried to send the ball into the penalty area. This one bounced off Raphael Varane on the way and fell into De Gea’s net. It was already 0:2 for the guests, and the sensation was in the air.

Then the “Red Devils” completely moved on the lower ranked opponent. Rashford tried, Bruno Fernandes tried. Finally, the contact goal was scored in the 62nd minute. Diogo Dalot crossed into the penalty area, and there was already Marcus Rashford, who scored with a header to make it 1: 2. It was the Englishman’s 20th goal in all competitions this season.

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Eight minutes later the fans at Old Trafford roared with euphoria as the scoreboard was already tied 2-2. Jadon Sancho hit a technical shot and although the shot was almost straight at the goalkeeper, Illan Meslier was blocked by defenders and saw the ball too late, which flew through his hands and into the net.

The last 20 minutes are the total domination of Manchester United, who were looking for a goal worth three points. Raphael Varane had a great chance to atone for an own goal, but he shot over the bar. Fred tried, but his shot was blocked.

In the end, both teams shared the points. Manchester United remain third and Leeds United 16th in the Premier League table. Thus, the “Red Devils” did not win at their facility for the first time since October, and the visitors are still without a league win in 2023.

Manchester United – Leeds United 2:2

Goals: Rashford 62′, Sancho 70′ – Gnonto 1′, Varane 48′ (own goal)