Scott McTominay emerged as the hero, guiding Manchester United to a 2-1 victory over Chelsea, in a thrilling encounter at Old Trafford on Wednesday evening,
The midfielder’s impactful performance included a first-half rebound finish and a crucial headed goal at the back post in the second half.
McTominay’s stellar display could have seen him secure a hat-trick, with additional chances and a notable denial by a brilliant double save in the initial 45 minutes.
The match, characterized by missed opportunities, unfolded in a chaotic manner, as both teams allowed ample space for attacks in the final third.
The drama began early when Bruno Fernandes had his penalty saved by Chelsea’s Robert Sanchez after VAR adjudged Antony to have been fouled by Enzo Fernandez in the box.
Despite a whopping 28 attempts, United struggled to find the target, registering only nine shots on goal throughout the 90 minutes.
Chelsea, determined to make their mark, leveled the score just before halftime with a splendid finish from Cole Palmer, who showed skillful footwork during a weaving run across the edge of the box.
The Blues had their own missed opportunities, with Nicolas Jackson and Mykhaylo Mudryk squandering chances and repeatedly catching United off guard on the counter.
Despite the tense moments, Erik ten Hag’s aidr secured a vital three points, offering a much-needed morale boost.
The victory propelled United upward, while Chelsea found themselves slipping further away from the upper echelons of the league table.
After the completion of the match, Scotland & Man United midfielder, Scott McTominay was named the man of the match after his impressive performance against Chelsea, according to the Premier League.
The Scottish midfielder netted a brace that helped the Manchester based outfit secure maximum points in the race to secure UEFA Champions League football.
