AFCON 2025
Manchester United’s struggles under Erik ten Hag continued as Tottenham Hotspur ran riot, securing a convincing 3-0 win.
Spurs were out of the blocks quickly, thanks to Micky van de Ven’s sensational run and pinpoint pass that released Brennan Johnson to score his fourth consecutive goal in just the third minute. Johnson was inches away from a second, rattling the post after another lightning-fast Spurs move.
United struggled to contain Tottenham’s intensity, with James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski causing chaos. Destiny Udogie’s effort sailed over, while Cristian Romero’s acrobatic attempt had fans on the edge of their seats.
The Red Devils had a let-off when Marcus Rashford’s cross found Alejandro Garnacho, whose thunderous volley crashed off the post. Timo Werner then spurned a gilt-edged chance, firing straight at André Onana.
The game’s turning point came when Bruno Fernandes saw red for a reckless challenge on Maddison.
Erik ten Hag responded with two substitutions, but Spurs picked up where they left off after the break. Johnson’s pass was deflected off De Ligt, allowing Kulusevski to strike.
Onana denied Werner and Dominic Solanke with a stunning double-save, but United’s hopes were extinguished when substitute Pape Matar Sarr teed up Solanke for Spurs’ third in the 78th minute.
