Manchester United avoided further turmoil with a dramatic comeback at Goodison Park, salvaging a 2-2 draw against Everton after a late VAR intervention overturned a penalty decision. Everton, thriving under returning manager David Moyes, dominated the first half and secured a two-goal lead through Beto’s close-range finish in the 19th minute and Abdoulaye Doucoure’s header following Jack Harrison’s effort. Harry Maguire’s defensive lapse allowed Doucoure to capitalize, deepening United’s struggles.
Bruno Fernandes sparked United’s revival with a precise free-kick in the 72nd minute before Manuel Ugarte’s powerful strike equalized. Everton appeared to have won a penalty late on when Ashley Young went down under pressure from Maguire and Matthijs de Ligt, but VAR overturned the call, leaving the hosts frustrated.
Despite Everton’s early dominance, United’s spirited comeback spared manager Ruben Amorim another costly defeat. While Fernandes and Ugarte led the fightback, United’s first-half display exposed glaring weaknesses. Maguire’s erratic performance, including his role in Everton’s second goal and the penalty scare, highlighted defensive concerns. Amorim’s frustration was evident, but the late rally offered a glimmer of resilience in an otherwise troubling campaign.
Source: Swifteradio.com
