If you’re a Manchester United fan, thank Andre Onana and Timo Werner. Without those two, Tottenham Hotspur could have literally destroyed Manchester United on Sunday night at Old Trafford.The German forward missed at least two clear-cut chances for Spurs, while the Cameroonian keeper, on the other hand, made a handful of incredible saves. This way, it ended 2-0 for Ange Postecoglou’s team against a ten-man United on a pouring rain after Bruno Fernandes was red-carded in the first half.And what a horrific half that was for Erik ten Hag and his slot. It served as a prelude to what would follow later…After just 155 seconds, they conceded as Micky van de Ven transformed into a mixture of Gareth Bale and Diego Armando Maradona to put on one of those runs you can see in computer games. The Spurs defender won the ball in his own half and ran for at least 60 yards before crossing it superbly for Brennan Johnson on the far post for an easy tap-in.Brennan Johnson hits the post with a low driven shot from across goal#MUNTOT pic.twitter.com/vUYsytluho— Football Giants (@FutballGiants) September 29, 2024 That early punch in the face seemed to have massively affected the Red Devils. Their rivals were suddenly all over the place, creating chances in almost every single attack.Johnson was close to a brace, hitting a bar from an excellent low strike after Kulusevski played it perfectly in the centre.Still, that was not as promising a chance as Timo Werner’s one-on-one with Onana, which followed soon. Kulusevski passed it superbly again from the halfway line, but the German forward’s lousy effort hit Onana’s leg directly.When confronted with Maddison in a similar situation, the African keeper saved his team again, while Romero’s acrobatic volley went just wide.##NAJAVA_MECA_8370918##Amid Tottenham’s domination, the home side struck back with two opportunities out of the blue. Rashford found Garnacho on the far side, and the latter hit a powerful volley which deflected off the post.Zirkzee was provided with a decent opportunity to score a couple of minutes later, but his shot was just too weak for the custodian of Vicario’s ilk.And then, as we got close to a half-time interval, Bruno Fernandes launched a reckless tackle on Maddison. Although it seemed like he deserved a booking, for sure, the referee thought he should be sent off instantly. Already shambolic United were literally pushed to the ropes by that decision.Bruno Fernandes slipped into this challenge & was sent off. This is not a straight red card. It is a high challenge, but the slip is so clear. He should know better, but shouldn’t be sent off for this. pic.twitter.com/gO7G2J3CMz— Adam (@AdamJoseph____) September 29, 2024 The ten-man home squad came after the break eager to equalize as soon as possible, but instead – they were given a proper battering.Just two minutes into the second half, Kulusevski reacted calmly on a near post to a cross from the right to make it 2-0.KULUSEVSKI GOALLL MAN UNITED ARE FINISHED HAHAHAHAHApic.twitter.com/FU34MCr4uK— 17 (@DxBruyneSZN) September 29, 2024 Somewhat unexpectedly, the hosts showed courage and dignity following that second. Garnacho’s energy and Casemiro’s calmness provided the Red Devils with a fine mixture, which resulted in a couple of decent chances to peg one back, at least.However, it stayed 2-0 on the scoreline, and the visitors weren’t ready to keep it that way. Sarr headed it low for Solanke after a corner, and the Spurs’ striker replicated Johnson’s opener from close range to kill the game, 3-0.🚨🚨| GOAL: SOLANKE MAKES IT THREE!!!Man Utd 0-3 Tottenham pic.twitter.com/Jo3Yp1ZLe9— CentreGoals. (@centregoals) September 29, 2024 United are currently 11th and Ten Hag’s time in the dugout seems like running out. The first days of October could be quite exciting at Old Trafford…PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 6SaturdayNewcastle – Man.City 1-1 (0-1)/Gordon 58 pen – Gvardiol 35/Arsenal – Leicester 4-2 (2-0)/Martinelli 20, Trossard 45+2, Ndidi 90+4, Havertz 90+10 – Justin 47, 63/Brentford – West Ham 1-1 (1-0)/Mbeumo 1 – Soucek 54/Chelsea – Brighton 4-2 (4-2)/Palmer 21, 28 pen, 31, 40 – Rutter 7, Baleba 34/Everton – Crystal Palace 2-1 (0-1)/McNeil 47, 54 – Guehi 10/Nott. Forest – Fulham 0-1 (0-0)/Jimenez 51 pen/Wolverhampton – Liverpool 1-2 (0-1)/Ait-Nouri 56 – Konate 45+2, Salah 61 pen/SundayIpswich – Aston Villa 2-2 (1-2)/Delap 8, 72 – Rogers 15, Watkins 32/Manchester Utd – Tottenham 0-2 (0-1)/Johnson 3, Kulusevski 47, Solanke 76/Monday22:00: (1.65) Bournemouth (3.80) Southampton (5.40)***odds are subject to change***
