The Hammers edge out United in a dramatic finish as pressure mounts on Ten Hag
A last-minute penalty from Jarrod Bowen handed West Ham a 2-1 victory over Manchester United on Sunday, deepening the struggles for the Red Devils as they aimed to climb the Premier League standings.
Manchester United looked promising in the first half, with Alejandro Garnacho nearly scoring after hitting the post, followed by attempts from Casemiro, Marcus Rashford, and Diogo Dalot. In a second half filled with substitutions and tactical shifts, Crysencio Summerville, coming off the bench for West Ham, struck the first goal in the 74th minute. United seemed poised to equalize when Casemiro headed in a goal with help from Joshua Zirkzee, but VAR disallowed it due to a foul by Matthijs de Ligt.
Just as the game seemed set for a draw, Bowen took a high-pressure penalty in the 92nd minute, sealing the win and showing why he remains a top finisher in the Premier League. The loss continues United’s recent slump, with players like Bruno Fernandes and Rashford struggling to make an impact.
With rumors swirling about potential replacements, including talks with Xavi Hernandez, Ten Hag’s future with United looks uncertain as pressure mounts on the Dutchman.
Player of the Match: Jarrod Bowen (West Ham)
Bowen’s injury-time penalty demonstrated his skill and composure, reinforcing his reputation as one of the Premier League’s most reliable finishers.
Player Ratings
West Ham: Fabianski 8, Wan-Bissaka 7, Mavropanos 7, Kilman 7, Emerson 7, Alvarez 7, Rodriguez 7, Soler 6, Paqueta 6, Bowen 8, Antonio 7. Subs: Cresswell 6, Summerville 8, Ings 7, Todibo 7, Soucek 7.
Man Utd: Onana 6, Dalot 5, Mazraoui 6, Martinez 5, De Ligt 5, Casemiro 7, Eriksen 6, Garnacho 7, Fernandes 5, Rashford 5, Hojlund 6. Subs: Lindelof 6, Zirkzee 6, Diallo 6.
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