The Digest:
Manchester United clinched a crucial 2-1 victory over Chelsea at Old Trafford in a match defined by two red cards, easing pressure on coach Ruben Amorim. Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro scored first-half goals before the latter’s dismissal set up a nervy finish. Rooted in the Storm.
Key Points
- Chelsea’s Robert Sanchez was sent off in the 4th minute for fouling Bryan Mbeumo.
- Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro scored to give United a 2-0 first-half lead.
- Casemiro received a second yellow card just before halftime, reducing United to 10 men.
- Trevoh Chalobah’s late header ensured a tense finish, but United held on.
- The win marks Amorim’s first back-to-back Premier League home victories.
- Fernandes described the result as “massive” for United’s season.
- Chelsea extended their winless run at Old Trafford to 13 league games.
United’s resilient, albeit chaotic, performance provided temporary relief for Amorim, though defensive frailties and discipline issues remain unresolved
Sources: Sky Sports
