Bruno Fernandes seals dramatic win as Manchester United beat Burnley 3-2 in Premier League
Manchester United left it late but secured a crucial 3-2 victory over Burnley at Old Trafford on Saturday (30), with captain Bruno Fernandes scoring a stoppage-time penalty to decide the game.
Red Devils edge five-goal thriller
United opened the scoring in the 26th minute when a Bruno Fernandes set piece caused chaos in the box and Josh Cullen turned the rebound into his own net. Burnley equalized early in the second half through Foster, but moments later Bryan Mbeumo restored United’s lead.
The visitors hit back again in the 67th minute when Jaidon Anthony pounced on a rebound to make it 2-2. Just when it seemed the points would be shared, Amad Diallo was fouled inside the area deep in injury time. Bruno Fernandes converted the resulting penalty to give United their first home win of the season.
Table situation
With the victory, Manchester United climbed to ninth place in the Premier League standings, now on four points. Burnley, who fought bravely at Old Trafford, remain in 11th with three points.
What’s next
- Manchester United: face rivals Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday, September 14, at 12:30 pm (Brasília time).
- Burnley: host Liverpool on the same day, kicking off at 10:00 am (Brasília time).
