In an exhilarating Premier League clash, Nottingham Forest pulled off a stunning 3-2 victory against Manchester United at Old Trafford on Saturday. This defeat leaves United’s new manager, Ruben Amorim, with two losses in three league games since replacing Erik ten Hag.
Nottingham Forest took an early lead when Nikola Milenkovic powered in a header just two minutes into the game, catching the home side off guard. However, Manchester United responded swiftly. In the 18th minute, Rasmus Hojlund slid the ball into an empty net after Manuel Ugarte’s initial shot had been blocked, leveling the score and reigniting the contest.
The match continued with intense exchanges, but Forest managed to outpace United, ultimately securing the victory. The result has intensified scrutiny on Amorim’s early tenure at Manchester United, as the team struggles to find footing under his new management.
In another surprising turn of events, Manchester City were held to a draw by Crystal Palace. Despite their efforts, City couldn’t secure the win, adding to the weekend’s unexpected outcomes and shaking up the Premier League standings.
These results have injected fresh excitement into the league, with fans worldwide eager to see how the season unfolds.
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Nottingham Forest stun United 3-2, City held to draw by Palace
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