Manchester United’s tumultuous start to the 2024/25 season reached a new low as they succumbed to a disheartening 3-0 loss at home to Tottenham Hotspur on Saturday.
The defeat increases the pressure on United manager Erik ten Hag, with fans expressing their frustration at Old Trafford.
Tottenham wasted no time in asserting dominance, with Micky van de Ven reclaiming possession from Marcus Rashford and setting up Brennan Johnson for the opening goal just three minutes into the match. Despite a few promising moments for United, including a close chance for Joshua Zirkzee, Tottenham consistently looked more dangerous.
Things took a turn for the worse for United late in the first half. Bruno Fernandes received a red card following a high challenge on James Maddison, leaving his side to navigate the remainder of the match with ten men. This pivotal moment allowed Tottenham to capitalize further.
Shortly after the interval, Tottenham doubled their lead when Dejan Kulusevski volleyed home with precision following a clever assist from Johnson.
United, desperately searching for a lifeline, had their attempts thwarted by Spurs goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario, who made several crucial saves.
The match’s final nail in the coffin came from a well-executed corner by Lucas Bergvall. Pape Matar Sarr, only just substituted on, flicked the ball on for Dominic Solanke to tap in, securing a comprehensive victory for the visitors.
United’s evening ended in boos as they trudged off the pitch, their fourth defeat in five league matches firmly placing Ten Hag under scrutiny.
Meanwhile, Spurs continued their resurgence, claiming a fourth consecutive win, much to the delight of manager Ange Postecoglou.
