Burnley Stuns United With Late Goal

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Manchester United's hopes of finishing in the top four took a huge blow as Burnley secured a shock 2-1 victory at Old Trafford on Wednesday night.

First Half

United started the game brightly and were in control in the early stages, with Marcus Rashford going close to scoring on a couple of occasions.

However, Burnley began to grow into the game and started to create chances of their own, with Nick Pope denying Anthony Martial and Harry Maguire with two excellent saves.

The visitors then took a surprise lead just before half-time, with Ashley Barnes heading home from close range after a corner was flicked on at the near post.

Second Half

United came out with renewed energy in the second half and were quickly on the front foot. They piled on the pressure and were rewarded with an equalizer just before the hour mark, with Anthony Martial scoring from close range after a cross from the left.

The home side continued to push for a winner and were denied by the woodwork on a couple of occasions, with headers from Harry Maguire and Nemanja Matic both hitting the crossbar.

However, with just a few minutes left on the clock, Burnley delivered a sucker punch with a late winner from Chris Wood. The New Zealand international broke free from the United defense and slotted the ball past David de Gea to secure a famous win for Sean Dyche's side.

What Next for United?

The defeat leaves United six points behind fourth-placed Chelsea in the Premier League table, with just 13 games remaining in the season.

It's a huge blow for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side, who were hoping to build on their recent form and push for a top-four finish.

United will need to regroup quickly and get back to winning ways if they are to have any chance of qualifying for next season's Champions League.

Burnley Stuns United With Late Goal

As for Burnley, the win will come as a huge boost to their survival hopes, moving them seven points clear of the relegation zone.

The Clarets will be hoping to build on this result and pick up more points in their upcoming games against Arsenal and Southampton.

Overall, it was a stunning result for Burnley, who produced a solid defensive display and took their chances when they came.

As for United, it's back to the drawing board as they look to salvage their season and secure a top-four finish.



Burnley Stuns United With Late Goal



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