Wolves devour 10-man Manchester United with late goals
Wolves stun Manchester United
Published By: Kazeem Ugbodaga
By Kazeem Ugbodaga
Wolves stunned Manchester United with two late goals to secure a 2-0 victory at the Molineux Stadium on Boxing Day to compound the Red Devils misery.
The win was sealed in the dying minutes of the game, leaving United reeling.
The match got off to a lively start, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. However, it was Wolves who eventually broke the deadlock in the 58th minute through a stunning direct corner kick from Matheus Cunha.
The Brazilian’s curling effort left United’s goalkeeper, Andre Onana, with no chance.
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United pushed hard for an equalizer, but Wolves’ defence held firm. The visitors’ efforts were further hindered when Bruno Fernandes received his second yellow card of the game, reducing United to 10 men.
As the clock ticked down, Wolves sensed victory and pushed forward. In the 99th minute, Hee-Chan Hwang sealed the win for Wolves, tapping the ball into an empty net after a precise pass from Cunha.
The 2-0 victory marked a significant win for Wolves, who moved up the table with the three points. United, on the other hand, were left to rue their missed opportunities and discipline issues.
The match was marked by several yellow cards, with both teams struggling to maintain their composure. However, in the end, Wolves’ clinical finishing and solid defence proved too much for United to handle.
As the final whistle blew, Wolves’ players erupted in joy, celebrating a hard-fought victory.
