Manchester United and Arsenal fought in a 1-1 fierce battle in Old Trafford, with the stunning first half of Bruno Fernandes’ first half of a delayed Declan Rice strike.
Despite Arsenal’s early sovereignty, the hosts first hit the course of the game, before visitors eventually broke in the final stages to claim a share of the points.
Arsenal began vigorously, controlling the possession and maintaining Manchester United in their own half.
Gunners pushed high and dictate the pace, but their efforts failed to translate into clear opportunities. Onana was largely non -existent in the inaugural exchanges, making the usual savings of the efforts of Martin Odegaard and Mikel Merino.
Manchester United, meanwhile, struggled to find a position, but remained solid defensive, often returning to a five -person back to absorb Arsenal’s pressure.
Their plan was clear: dismiss possession and hit the bench quickly. However, they were largely ineffective until the closure of the first semester.
Then, in the first half stop time, the United Arsenal was surprised. Alejandro Garnacho won a free kick 25 meters from the goal after falling under Leandro Trossard. The top came out to Fernandes, who destroyed an excellent attempt over the wall and beyond the attraction of Raya to the net.
Somehow… the points are shared 😳⚖️#Murnc || #Munars
– Manchester United (@manutd) 9 March 2025
It was United’s first shooting in Target and a moment of pure quality, sending them on a break with an unexpected lead.
With their goal, Manchester United started the second half with more intention. Garnacho proved a vibrant presence, often taking on his full back and forcing Raya in action.
Argentina created a golden opportunity for Noussair Mazraoui, whose volleyball from a tight corner was held outside the Arsenal goalkeeper.
Arsenal, however, slowly regained their handle in the game. They continued to promote, forcing the gunners in speculative efforts from a distance. Odegaard came closer, stumbling up a strong strike that Onana acrobatically overturned over the bar.
The persistence of the visitors was finally attributed to the 74th minute. Jurrien Timber, who was a constant threat under the right, broke two previous defenders and cut the ball back to the edge of the box. Rice met it for the first time, hitting a sweet blow that flew beyond onana and position. The goal was no less than Arsenal deserved and created a tense final period.
In the last 15 minutes both teams have seen pushing for a winner. Garnacho landed from the cross with a strong strike, while Fernandes saw an effort associated with the goal dramatically moving away from Raya at a break. At the other end, Martinelli examined Onana with a wild shot in The Conf Post, but the United Guardian was equal to it.
In the end, no side could find a second goal, and it was a deadlock between two of the biggest clubs in football.
