Manchester United delivered a controversial but memorable turnaround to secure their first win of the 2025/26 Premier League Season, with a dramatic late penalty by Bruno Fernandes in the 97th minute ensuring United edged newly promoted Burnley 3-2 at Old Trafford.
United took the lead in the 27th minute with an own goal from Burnley’s Josh Cullen. Just 10minutes into the second half, Lyle Foster equalised for Burnley but their celebration was cut short as Bryan Mbeumo put United back in front almost immediately.
Jaidon Anthony leveled the score again in the 66th minute. With the match seemingly heading toward a draw, a shirt pull on Amad Diallo in added time led to a contentious penalty, which Bruno Fernandes coolly converted to seal the win for Ruben Amorim’s side.
The result offers Ruben Amorim a temporary reprieve amid mounting pressure as his team had previously been knocked out of the Carabao Cup by Grimsby Town, deepening scrutiny around his tenure. Man United will next face City rivals, Manchester City on 14th September at Etihad
