Manchester United suffered a dramatic yet frustrating 4-3 loss to Tottenham Hotspur in the League Cup quarterfinals. Despite a spirited comeback, United’s early errors ultimately cost them the game.
The match began disastrously for United, as goalkeeper Altay Bayindir fumbled Pedro Porro’s long-range shot, allowing Dominic Solanke to seize the opportunity and give Spurs an early lead.
Tottenham maintained their dominance, adding two more goals in the second half. Dejan Kulusevski’s clinical finish and a second strike from Solanke seemed to put the game beyond United’s reach.
However, United fought back with determination. Substitute Joshua Zirkzee sparked hope with a well-placed header that beat Fraser Forster.
Shortly after, Amad capitalized on another mistake by Forster to bring United closer. With momentum shifting, fans began to believe in a comeback.
Tottenham, though, sealed the win with a spectacular moment from Son Heung-min, who scored directly from a corner to restore their two-goal advantage.
United continued to press, and Jonny Evans pulled one back in stoppage time with a precise finish, but it wasn’t enough to overturn the deficit, leaving Spurs victorious.
Individual performances showcased the highs and lows of United’s night. Altay Bayindir had a forgettable outing, earning a 3 for his costly errors.
Leny Yoro impressed with a mature performance, securing a 7. Victor Lindelof’s match ended early due to injury, while Lisandro Martinez’s misjudgment led to a Spurs goal, earning him a 4.
Noussair Mazraoui showed flashes of brilliance but was limited by a cynical foul, earning a 6. Manuel Ugarte controlled the midfield with a commanding display, also receiving a 7.
Christian Eriksen offered moments of quality but missed key opportunities, resulting in a 6.
Among the substitutes, Amad was a standout, scoring and energizing the team to earn an 8.
Joshua Zirkzee’s impactful header earned him a 7, while Jonny Evans contributed a crucial goal and earned a 6. Kobbie Mainoo added energy and creativity in midfield, earning a 7.
Despite their best efforts, United’s early mistakes left them unable to complete the comeback, leading to a dramatic exit from the competition.
