LONDON-(MaraviPost)-Manchester United exacted revenge on Arsenal on 25 January with a dramatic 3–2 Premier League victory at the Emirates Stadium, producing one of the most entertaining matches of the season between the two long time rivals.
The encounter began at a frantic pace, with both sides showing attacking intent from the opening whistle. Arsenal, backed by their home supporters, looked confident in possession and pressed high up the pitch.
Their positive start paid off midway through the first half when the hosts took the lead, putting United under early pressure and lifting the atmosphere inside the Emirates.
Before the break, United were rewarded for their persistence as they found the equaliser, ensuring the teams went into half time level and setting the stage for an intense second half.
After the restart, United emerged with renewed purpose. Their sharper movement and quicker decision making troubled Arsenal’s defence, leading to a second goal that swung momentum firmly in their favour.
Arsenal refused to give up and responded by pushing more players forward. The Gunners increased the tempo, searching desperately for a way back into the match.
Their efforts were eventually rewarded late in the game when they found an equaliser, reigniting hopes of salvaging at least a point from the contest.
With the score tied, the match became tense and open, as both teams sensed an opportunity to snatch a decisive goal in the closing minutes.
It was Manchester United who delivered the final blow. A late strike stunned the Emirates crowd and restored United’s lead at the most crucial moment.
The goal sealed a famous away victory for United, marking a rare success against Arsenal on their home turf and serving as revenge for their earlier defeat in the season.
Arsenal remains on position one with 50 points from 23 games while Manchester United is sitting on position 4 with 38 points from same number of games.
