The match ended in a spectacular 4-4 draw on Matchday 16 of the Premier League, showcasing an intense battle between Manchester United and Bournemouth.
For the home side, Manchester United, goals were scored by Amad Diallo (12’ 1st half), Casemiro (48’ 1st half), Bruno Fernandes (31’ 2nd half, free kick), and Matheus Cunha (33’ 2nd half). Meanwhile, Bournemouth responded with goals from Antoine Semenyo (39’ 1st half), Evanilson (0’ 2nd half), Marcus Tavernier (6’ 2nd half, free kick), and Eli Kroupi (38’ 2nd half).
In the 39th minute of the first half, Antoine Semenyo sparked hope for Bournemouth with a well-placed shot following a cross from Adam Smith, beating goalkeeper Senne Lammens.
Manchester United unleashed a total of 27 shots throughout the match, but they couldn’t convert this advantage into victory. Of those attempts, 16 were on target, while 7 went wide.
Matheus Cunha was undoubtedly the star of the match, netting one goal, taking 8 shots, and completing 16 successful passes.
Another standout performer was Eli Kroupi from Bournemouth, who scored a goal and completed 2 successful passes.
Under the management of Ruben Marques Amorim, Manchester United set up with a 3-6-1 formation featuring Senne Lammens in goal; Leny Yoro, Ayden Heaven, and Luke Shaw in defense; Amad Diallo, Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, Diogo Dalot, Bryan Mbeumo, and Mason Mount in midfield; and Matheus Cunha leading the attack.
Bournemouth, coached by Andoni Iraola, opted for a 4-5-1 setup, with Djordje Petrovic guarding the net; Adam Smith, Bafodé Diakité, Marcos Senesi, and Adrien Truffert in defense; Marcus Tavernier, Tyler Adams, Alex Jiménez, Justin Kluivert, and Antoine Semenyo in the midfield; and Evanilson deployed as the striker.
The referee for the game at Old Trafford was Simon Hooper.
In their next fixtures, Manchester United will travel to face Aston Villa, while Bournemouth will host Burnley.
This draw leaves Manchester United with 26 points in the league, positioning them sixth, while Bournemouth now has 21 points, sitting in thirteenth place.
Substitutions for Manchester United
60’ 2nd half – Casemiro off for Kobbie Mainoo
68’ 2nd half – Leny Yoro off for Lisandro Martínez, Mason Mount off for Benjamin Sesko
92’ 2nd half – Bryan Mbeumo off for Joshua Zirkzee, Luke Shaw off for Patrick Dorgu
Yellow Cards for Manchester United:
42’ 1st half Diogo Dalot (arguing with an opponent), 4’ 2nd half Casemiro (unsporting behavior)
Substitutions for Bournemouth
4’ 1st half – Tyler Adams off for Alex Scott
77’ 2nd half – Evanilson off for Eli Kroupi
90’ 2nd half – Marcus Tavernier off for David Brooks, Justin Kluivert off for James Hill
Yellow Cards for Bournemouth:
42’ 1st half Antoine Semenyo (arguing with an opponent), 31’ 2nd half Marcos Senesi (not respecting the distance for a free kick), 34’ 2nd half Adam Smith (insulting or disapproving of the referee).