Manchester United manager Michael Carrick masterminded a dramatic victory over Arsenal on Sunday night, dealing a significant blow to the Gunners’ Premier League title hopes with a thrilling 3-2 win at the Emirates Stadium.
Matheus Cunha proved to be the difference-maker for United, rifling home a stunning late winner just three minutes from full-time to cap an electrifying contest that swung back and forth throughout the evening.
Arsenal entered the clash knowing the pressure was firmly on, with title rivals Manchester City and Aston Villa both securing victories earlier in the weekend.
The hosts drew first blood in the opening half when United defender Lisandro Martinez inadvertently diverted the ball into his own net while under pressure, gifting Mikel Arteta’s side a deserved early lead.
However, the advantage was short-lived, as United responded swiftly. Bryan Mbeumo took advantage of a defensive lapse from the Arsenal backline to restore parity before the break, ensuring both sides headed into half-time deadlocked at 1-1.
The equaliser injected fresh belief into Carrick’s men, who emerged with renewed intensity after the interval.
United stunned the home crowd early in the second half when Patrick Dorgu unleashed a sensational long-range strike to put the visitors 2-1 ahead, momentarily silencing the Emirates and shifting the momentum decisively in United’s favour.
Merino’s Late Hope
Just when it seemed United were on course for a famous win, Arsenal mounted a late surge. Mikel Merino fired home in the closing stages to make it 2-2, reigniting the atmosphere inside the stadium and appearing to salvage a crucial point for the title contenders.
Cunha Seals It
But the drama was far from over. With only three minutes remaining, Matheus Cunha produced a moment of brilliance, drilling a superb strike past the goalkeeper to restore United’s lead and clinch all three points in breathtaking fashion.
The late blow left Arsenal reeling and further intensified the Premier League title race.
The defeat means Arsenal were unable to preserve their seven-point cushion at the summit and now sit just four points clear, with momentum swinging back toward their nearest challengers.
Earlier in the day, Manchester City defeated Wolves 2-0 at the Etihad Stadium, while Aston Villa also claimed a 2-0 away victory over Newcastle United.
For Manchester United, the crucial win propels them into fourth place in the league standings, bolstering their push for Champions League qualification and highlighting their resurgence under Carrick with a statement triumph in North London.
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