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Solanke’s Stoppage-Time Header Rescues 10-Man Tottenham At Old Trafford

The draw deepens scrutiny of Manchester United’s poor start while Rodrigo Bentancur now faces a likely multi‑match ban.

Overview

  • Dominic Solanke headed in Sandro Tonali’s stoppage‑time cross to make it 1-1 after Bryan Mbeumo had put Manchester United ahead with a Matheus Cunha assist.
  • Rodrigo Bentancur was shown a straight red for headbutting Luke Shaw late in the second half and reports say the Uruguay midfielder faces a likely three‑match suspension pending FA confirmation.
  • The draw on Saturday left United with six points from six Premier League games, their worst start in decades and increasing pressure on manager Michael Carrick over match management.
  • Carlos Baleba made his Manchester United debut off the bench and briefly lifted midfield energy, but United failed to turn a numerical advantage into a winning second goal.
  • Tottenham remain without a league win despite heavy summer spending of more than £300 million, yet the late leveller provides a psychological boost and a sign of resilience under Roberto De Zerbi.