EPL: Fernandes Injury-Time Penalty Gives Man Utd Victory Over Burnley
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By Sportsgister
Manchester United skipper Bruno Fernandes kept his nerve to convert an injury-time penalty, giving Ruben Amorim’s side a priceless victory against Burnley at Old Trafford.
United’s continuing goalkeeping woes looked set to cost them three points after another blunder from Altay Bayindir gifted Jaidon Anthony a second equaliser of the day for the Clarets.
The contest was intense, with both teams enjoying stretches of strong play. Burnley took the lead, but United dominated the majority of the first half.
A flurry of opportunities arrived before halftime, with Burnley goalkeeper Mohamed Elnour making crucial saves.
The match turned dramatic in stoppage time when Jaidon Anthony grabbed Amad’s shirt in the penalty area, and VAR
awarded United a penalty.
Fernandes, who missed from the spot at Fulham six days earlier, kept his cool and scored the decisive penalty.
The win was overshadowed by an injury to Matheus Cunha, who pulled up holding his hamstring and headed straight to the dressing room.
The injury could have consequences for Mainoo’s desire to leave on loan, and Amorim’s resolve to keep him may be strengthened.
United’s goalkeeping issues continued, with Bayindir’s error gifting Burnley an equaliser.
Talks with Royal Antwerp over their goalkeeper Senne Lammens are at an advanced stage, and a signing in that department may be essential.
Burnley manager Scott Parker will be devastated at the result but can take satisfaction with his side’s overall display. Bryan Mbeumo’s performance was a highlight for United, who settled in brilliantly after his £65m move from Brentford.
Sedara Philip is a Sports writer, an administrator,Journalist,and editor
