Overview
- Bryan Mbeumo and Patrick Dorgu scored in the second half at Old Trafford, with multiple United goals also ruled out by VAR.
- The victory moved United to roughly 35 points and strengthened their push toward Champions League qualification.
- Manchester City followed three straight league draws with this defeat, further denting Pep Guardiola’s pursuit of leaders Arsenal.
- Arsenal drew 0-0 at Nottingham Forest and Aston Villa then lost to Everton, tightening the pack chasing behind the leaders.
- Lisandro Martínez impressed by limiting Erling Haaland, while reports continue to link Crystal Palace’s Oliver Glasner as a potential long-term United candidate.