Solanke Stuns Manchester United as Ten Man Spurs Grab Late Draw

Late drama spoils Old Trafford afternoon

Manchester United missed out on a much needed victory on Saturday after Dominic Solanke scored a late equalizer to give ten man Tottenham a 1-1 draw.

United had looked set to end a three game winless run in the league after Bryan Mbeumo scored in the 73rd minute. Cunha played the ball to Mbeumo, who turned sharply in front of the Stretford End and slammed home a low strike.

Five minutes later, United appeared to have total control when Spurs substitute Rodrigo Bentancur was sent off. Bentancur made an overzealous challenge on Luke Shaw, leading to a shove from the left back and a headbutt from the Uruguay international.

Solanke strikes as United hit historic low

Despite being down to ten men, Tottenham found an equalizer two minutes into added time. Sandro Tonali delivered a late cross into the box, and Solanke got a touch to head the ball into the bottom corner. Argentina international Martinez held his hands in his head as Old Trafford fell silent.

It was a painful outcome for United, who were dominated early on. Tottenham could have scored two or three goals before Mbeumo opened the scoring. Senne Lammens had to make an important third minute save after his pass was cut out, while Mohammed Kudus shot wide from a Savio cutback. United fans spent part of the quiet first half mocking rivals City with a trophy banner following City's guilty verdict.

In the second half, Solanke turned a Savio cross over the bar from close range, and Youri Tielemans had a goal ruled out because Cunha cut back after the ball went out. United brought on debutant Carlos Baleba to change the game, while manager Michael Carrick continues to wait without a timeline for Sesko's return.

The draw leaves Manchester United 12th in the table with just six points from six games, marking their worst league start since 1986. United have managed only one win this season. The point lifts Roberto De Zerbi's team to 18th place, moving them off the bottom of the table ahead of Fulham.

What it means for the next game

Atlético Madrid vs Manchester United (Champions League, Tue, 13 Oct): Atlético Madrid win 50%, draw 24%, Manchester United win 26%; expected goals 1.81 to 1.24. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals.

Leeds United vs Manchester United (Premier League, Sun, 18 Oct): Leeds United win 41%, draw 26%, Manchester United win 33%; expected goals 1.50 to 1.32. Our safest pick: Over 1.5 goals.