Bryan Mbeumo continued his rich scoring form, netting for the second consecutive game to help Manchester United secure a dramatic 3-2 victory over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.
The win, United’s second under interim manager Michael Carrick, propelled the Red Devils into the Premier League’s coveted fourth position.
Match Action
Arsenal seized an early lead through Lisandro MartÃnez in the 29th minute, but Mbeumo’s calm finish eight minutes later—his eighth league goal of the season—restored parity. The Cameroonian winger became the first United player to score against Liverpool, Manchester City, and Arsenal in the same season since Marcus Rashford in 2022-23.
United emerged stronger after the break, with Patrick Chinazaekpere Dorgu firing them ahead with a stunning long-range strike five minutes into the second half. Arsenal fought back, with Mikel Merino equalizing in the 84th minute, only for substitute Matheus Cunha to snatch the winner just three minutes later, set up by the lively Kobbie Mainoo.
League Implications
The vital three points lift United one point clear of Chelsea, who overcame 10-man Crystal Palace 3-1 without Cole Palmer. It also maintains new head coach Liam Rosenior’s perfect start across all competitions.
Elsewhere in the Premier League
Nottingham Forest boosted their survival hopes with a 2-0 win over Brentford, sealed by Nigerian forward Taiwo Awoniyi’s first goal of the season. The result moves Forest five points clear of the relegation zone.
Aston Villa closed in on the top with an impressive 2-0 away win at Newcastle United, moving within four points of Arsenal and level on points with second-placed Manchester City.