Overview

• Riccardo Calafiori rose at the back post to head home Declan Rice’s 13th-minute corner after goalkeeper Altay Bayindir’s weak save, securing a 1-0 win at Old Trafford.
• Arsenal have now scored 31 Premier League goals from corners since 2023–24, underscoring a set-piece strength developed under Mikel Arteta and specialist coach Nicolas Jover.
• Manchester United controlled 62% of possession and registered 22 attempts but failed to break down a disciplined Arsenal defence.
• A late shout for a penalty after William Saliba’s challenge on Matheus Cunha went unreviewed by VAR, fueling debate over officiating consistency.
• Main signing Viktor Gyokeres saw limited action on his debut and substitute Noni Madueke drew criticism on social media after missing a late chance.