Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford’s first-half penalties gave Manchester United a decisive 2-0 victory over Everton at Old Trafford, igniting their Premier League season.
The victory gives United some relief following their most recent loss to Manchester City.
Alejandro Garnacho saved both of the game’s pivotal penalty kicks. Fernandes slotted home the first one with ease, and he kindly gave Rashford the second, which he scored with ease.
Rashford’s goal marked his second consecutive game with a goal, following his spectacular long-range effort in the previous weekend’s derby.
Despite moments of sloppiness in their performance, Manchester United capitalized on Everton’s inability to convert chances into goals.
Erik ten Hag’s side now sits just three points behind fifth-placed Tottenham Hotspur, who still have two games in hand.
Despite finishing the game with an impressive 23 shots compared to Manchester United’s 15, Everton once again struggled to find their cutting edge in front of goal.
This marked their 11th consecutive Premier League game without a win, equaling a club record set back in 1994 under Sean Dyche’s management.
The defeat leaves Everton in 16th place, with a mere five-point cushion above the relegation zone.
After the completion of the match, Portugal and Manchester United midfielder, Bruno Fernandes was named the man of the match after his fantastic performance against Everton, according to the Premier League.
The Portuguese playmaker influenced the game positively and converted a penalty to seal the win for the Manchester based outfit.
