Fernandes Saves the Day: Last-Gasp Penalty Secures Dramatic Win for United

Under-pressure Red Devils end Old Trafford woes with a thrilling, nerve-shredding victory over a dogged Burnley side.

In a stunning finale at Old Trafford, Bruno Fernandes slammed home a 97th-minute penalty to secure a vital 3-2 victory for Manchester United over Burnley, finally clinching their first Premier League win of the season in the most dramatic fashion.

The win, just their fourth in 14 league matches at the Theatre of Dreams, provided a massive relief for manager Ruben Amorim and his squad, lifting the gloomy atmosphere that had settled after a humiliating midweek cup exit to fourth-tier Grimsby Town.

United came flying out of the gates, pinning Burnley back and forcing goalkeeper Martin Dubravka into a series of early saves. Their pressure was briefly interrupted by a frustrating VAR delay that overturned a penalty decision, but they eventually broke through. A fortunate rebound off Burnley’s Josh Cullen from a Fernandes free-kick trickled over the line, giving the hosts a deserved lead.

Despite their dominance, United’s momentum stalled after the break, and Burnley fought their way back into the game. Lyle Foster pounced to equalize, but the Red Devils responded instantly, with Bryan Mbeumo finishing a slick move to put them back in front.

The match became a thrilling, end-to-end affair. Burnley refused to lie down and clawed level again through Jaidon Anthony, setting up a tense finale. As the clock ticked into stoppage time, United were awarded a penalty after Anthony hauled down Amad Diallo.

With the weight of the club on his shoulders, skipper Bruno Fernandes stepped up, making amends for a miss the previous week by coolly sending Dubravka the wrong way to spark scenes of pure delirium and secure a crucial three points.

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