In the 21st round of the Premier League, the Reds faced Burnley in a gripping encounter that ended in a 2-2 draw at Turf Moor. For the home side, goals were scored by Jaidon Anthony (20’ 2T) and Ayden Heaven (12’ 1T, own goal). Meanwhile, Benjamin Sesko netted both goals for the visitors, scoring in the second half (4’ 2T and 14’ 2T).
Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes had a couple of chances to secure a win for his team but was denied by the post on two occasions.
The Reds were determined to take the match, registering a staggering 30 shots, yet luck was not on their side; 15 were on target, with 2 hitting the woodwork and 11 missing the goal.
Benjamin Sesko was undoubtedly the standout player, contributing significantly with his two goals. He managed eight shots at goal and completed 10 successful passes.
Jaidon Anthony also shined on the field for Burnley, scoring once with two shots on target and completing six passes.
Burnley’s coach, Scott Parker, opted for a tactical 3-4-3 formation, featuring Martin Dúbravka in goal, with defenders Joshua Laurent, Maxime Estève, and Bashir Humphreys; a midfield of Kyle Walker, Lesley Ugochukwu, Florentino Luís, and Lucas Pires; and a forward trio of Hannibal Mejbri, Marcus Edwards, and Armando Broja.
Darren Fletcher’s Manchester United lined up in a 4-5-1 formation, with Senne Lammens in goal; Diogo Dalot, Ayden Heaven, Lisandro Martínez, and Luke Shaw in defense; Manuel Ugarte, Casemiro, Patrick Dorgu, Bruno Fernandes, and Matheus Cunha in midfield; and Benjamin Sesko leading the attack.
The match was officiated by Stuart Attwell.
Looking ahead, Burnley will face Liverpool away in their next league game, while Manchester United is set to host their eternal rival, Manchester City, in the highly anticipated Manchester Derby.
This draw leaves Burnley with 13 points, sitting in 19th place, whereas Manchester United remains in 6th place with 32 points.
Substitutions for Burnley
57’ 2T – Hannibal Mejbri replaced by Jaidon Anthony
75’ 2T – Armando Broja replaced by Lyle Foster
91’ 2T – Marcus Edwards replaced by Oliver Sonne
Yellow Cards for Burnley:
40’ 1T Hannibal Mejbri (Unsporting behavior)
43’ 2T Scott Parker (Showing dissent towards the referee)
49’ 2T Lyle Foster (Failing to respect the required distance)
Substitutions for Manchester United
60’ 2T – Bruno Fernandes replaced by Mason Mount, Ayden Heaven replaced by Leny Yoro
73’ 2T – Matheus Cunha replaced by Joshua Zirkzee, Casemiro replaced by Kobbie Mainoo
83’ 2T – Manuel Ugarte replaced by Shea Lacey