Matheus Cunha's return from injury is one of three changes made by coach Ruben Amorim in the Manchester United starting lineup. On the opposite side, Nuno Santo decided to use Tomas Soucek right from the start to replace the suspended Paqueta.
Although rated lower than Man United, West Ham entered the match with high determination and a clear fighting spirit. They proactively slowed down the game, deployed a slow game and were ready to make mistakes when necessary. However, the "Red Devils" gradually increased the pressure and took control of the game.
In the 24th minute, Areola had to fly all his weight to push the ball over the bar after a curleria from Mbeumo's right wing. Just 4 minutes later, Diallo created another dangerous opportunity but his teammates still missed it.
In the second half, the match was brighter for M.U and the opening goal came in the 58th minute. In this situation, Casemiro's long-range shot accidentally changed direction to Dalot in the 16m50 midfield, and the Portuguese defender quickly finished, putting Man United ahead.
This goal made it easier for the home team to deploy their style of play, while West Ham almost did not create any notable attacks. However, in the 83rd minute, the home team still surprisingly found an equalizer to level the score at 1-1.
No one was marking Bowen from near the post after crossing in, and although Mazraoui managed to clear the ball right on the goal line after Bowen's header, Magassa rushed in to score, equalizing the score for West Ham.
In the final minutes, both teams pushed up their formation to find the decisive goal, but the opportunities passed without being converted once. Man United left the field with regret, because they could have won all 3 points in this match.
