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Manchester United Overcomes Ipswich Town Despite Early Setbacks

United secures a narrow 3-2 victory with ten men after Patrick Dorgu's red card and defensive errors.

Soccer Football - Premier League - Manchester United v Ipswich Town - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - February 26, 2025 Manchester United's Matthijs de Ligt celebrates with Manchester United's Diogo Dalot after scoring their second goal REUTERS/Scott Heppell
Soccer Football - Premier League - Manchester United v Ipswich Town - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - February 26, 2025 Manchester United's Christian Eriksen in action with Ipswich Town's Jack Taylor and Ipswich Town's Ben Johnson Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff
Soccer Football - Premier League - Manchester United v Ipswich Town - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - February 26, 2025 Manchester United's Harry Maguire scores their third goal Action Images via Reuters/Jason Cairnduff
Soccer Football - Premier League - Manchester United v Ipswich Town - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - February 26, 2025 Manchester United's Christian Eriksen and Manchester United's Victor Lindelof celebrate after the match REUTERS/Scott Heppell

Overview

  • Manchester United defeated Ipswich Town 3-2 in a tense Premier League match, lifting them to 14th place in the standings.
  • Patrick Dorgu's disastrous performance included an early own-goal assist and a red card for a dangerous tackle before halftime.
  • Harry Maguire's decisive header early in the second half secured the win, marking United's third goal from a set piece on the night.
  • André Onana's continued struggles in goal allowed Ipswich to equalize twice, raising further questions about his form this season.
  • Despite the victory, critics remain unconvinced about manager Rúben Amorim's progress with the team, which has struggled for consistency.