Southampton Starts Strong at Old Trafford
Southampton began the match with confidence, taking the game to Manchester United. Kamaldeen Sulemana showcased his skill with a brilliant dribble past Leny Yoro but was denied by André Onana. Despite United’s attempts, including Alejandro Garnacho’s close miss, Southampton looked sharper in the early stages.
Fernandes Corner Gives Southampton the Lead
Southampton broke the deadlock just before halftime. A Mateus Fernandes corner, flicked on by Tyler Dibling, led to Manuel Ugarte inadvertently scoring an own goal despite Onana’s efforts. United struggled to find their rhythm, prompting tactical changes after the break.
United Struggles to Find an Equalizer
The Red Devils applied pressure but couldn’t capitalize on early second-half chances. Antony missed a golden opportunity, while Bruno Fernandes saw his clever chip thwarted. Southampton, however, failed to extend their lead, with Sulemana missing a crucial chance.
Amad Diallo’s Heroics Turn the Game Around
Amad Diallo changed the game in the final moments. His first goal came from a lucky bounce in the 82nd minute. The Ivorian then struck again, volleying home a beautiful pass from Christian Eriksen. He sealed his hat-trick with a composed finish after capitalizing on a Southampton error.
United Ends Winless Home Streak
Manchester United secured a crucial 3-1 victory, their first home league win since December. Amad’s stunning performance left Southampton reeling, extending their winless away streak in the Premier League to 18 matches.