Calafiori’s Header Brings Arsenal Victory Over Man United in Debut-Filled Clash
Arsenal triumphed over Manchester United 1-0 at Old Trafford thanks to Riccardo Calafiori's decisive header, amid debuts from Matheus Cuhna, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko for the Red Devils. Despite United's aggressive play, goalkeeper errors proved costly as Arsenal secured the win.
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In an intense showdown at Old Trafford, Arsenal edged past Manchester United with a narrow 1-0 victory, courtesy of Riccardo Calafiori's crucial header, amid a debut-filled night for Red Devils players Matheus Cuhna, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko.
The fixture hinged on a critical mistake by Manchester United's backup goalkeeper Altay Bayindir, who failed to manage a Declan Rice corner, allowing Calafiori to net the winner in the 13th minute. Arsenal's David Raya impressed, thwarting Mbeumo and Cunha's attempts to score during their debut performances.
Despite their lead, Arsenal faced pressure from United as they sought an equalizer, evidenced by Patrick Dorgu's shot hitting the post. United manager Ruben Amorim praised his squad's aggressive approach in the game, stating they deserved a better outcome while noting the positive strides compared to previous performances.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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