Overview
- Riccardo Calafiori scored in the 13th minute after Declan Rice’s corner was weakly punched by United goalkeeper Altay Bayindir.
- Manchester United’s summer signings Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Benjamin Sesko all failed to find the net on their competitive debuts.
- Opta data shows Arsenal have scored 31 Premier League goals from corners since 2023–24, more than any other club.
- Manager Ruben Amorim and captain Bruno Fernandes disputed the goal’s legality but the referee allowed play to continue.
- Despite 62% possession and 22 shots, United could not break down Arsenal’s defence led by David Raya’s saves.