Manchester United showcased a thrilling comeback against Brentford, clinching a 2-1 victory thanks to Scott McTominay extraordinary stoppage-time goals. Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur stole the show by securing the Premier League’s top spot with a tight 1-0 win against Luton Town.
The spotlight was firmly on Old Trafford where the Red Devils initially seemed to be heading towards their seventh season defeat. Brentford had the upper hand during the first half, capitalizing on United’s defensive lapses. An unfortunate giveaway by Casemiro and a mishap by Victor Lindelof in the 26th minute provided Mathias Jensen with a golden opportunity, which he didn’t miss.
However, the game’s climax was nothing short of cinematic. Andre Onana, United’s keeper, showcased some phenomenal saves, paving the path for McTominay stunning finale. The midfielder, coming off the bench, first equalized in the 93rd minute and then shocked everyone with a header in the dying moments of the game. This made it the most delayed comeback win for United in Premier League history.
In his post-match statement, an ecstatic McTominay said, “Experiencing those last-minute goals was surreal. Despite external criticisms, our focus remains undeterred, and we aim to come back stronger post the international hiatus.”
On another front, Tottenham showcased their title ambitions. Even with a man down after Yves Bissouma’s red card, Spurs managed to snatch victory thanks to Micky van de Ven’s decisive goal, assisted by James Maddison. This win means Tottenham remains unbeaten eight games into the season, solidifying their top spot.
Chelsea also marked their territory with a decisive comeback win against Burnley, overcoming an initial setback to secure a 4-1 victory. Their resurgence was led by Ameen Al Dakhil’s own goal, followed by a Cole Palmer penalty, and topped by Raheem Sterling’s brilliance and Nicolas Jackson’s contribution.
In other fixtures, Everton seemed to find their rhythm by defeating Bournemouth 3-0, marking their first home win this season. Goals by James Garner, Jack Harrison, and Abdoulaye Doucoure ensured the Toffees’ rise to the 15th position. Meanwhile, Bournemouth’s struggles continued, leaving them languishing near the relegation zone.
To round off the Premier League action, Sheffield United’s woes continued as they faced defeat at the hands of Fulham.