Man Utd – West Ham Highlights: Manchester United F.C. defeated West Ham United F.C.1-0 to move closer to the top five in the Premier League. Marcus Rashford’s header gave them the victory, marking the forward’s 100th United goal and a further improvement in play. Veteran Portuguese striker Cristiano Ronaldo had a rare Premier League start from manager Erik ten Hag.
Manchester United vs West Ham United Highlights
Highlights From Man Utd – West Ham | Manchester United vs West Ham
Erik ten Hag’s team at Old Trafford climbed up to 5th in the Premier League with a tight 1-0 victory over West Ham F.C.
Due to an injury, Antony could not make United’s matchday roster, but Cristiano Ronaldo returned to the starting lineup.
The hosts immediately displayed their willingness to attack, while West Ham’s strategy was to try to hit the home team on the counter-attack.
But just before halftime, United took the lead from Rashford, that beat Hammers goalkeeper Lukasz Fabianski to Christian Eriksen’s teaser cross from the right.
On his 318th appearance, the goal gave him his 100th for the team.
The home team had to rely on David de Gea to defend the scores level as the visitors attempted everything to find a crucial equalizer with time running out.
The Spaniard made a fantastic stop from Kurt Zouma’s header to hold his side ahead.
In the 86th minute, Fred’s header from Scott McTominay’s cross narrowly missed the far post, giving United another chance to score.
In the third minute of stoppage time, De Gea was forced into action again when he made a diving save to deny Declan Rice’s long-range shot access to the top corner.
The final whistle blew a few seconds later, and Ten Hag’s team held on to earn yet another significant victory at home.
Talking Point | Not Pretty, But United Get Across The Line in Man Utd vs West Ham
Manchester United’s F.C. effort was undoubtedly not a classic that will stand the test of time.
They eventually held on to extend their unbeaten streak in all competitions to eight games, and the more appropriate term to use is effective.
The team again benefited from Eriksen’s play in midfield, which was one lesson learned from tonight’s game.
Despite playing a more profound role, it is evident that he connects the attack and defense directly during transitions, and his crucial passing cannot be understated.
De Gea made three excellent saves in the final 20 minutes to prevent West Ham’s Antonio, Zouma, and Rice from securing another Old Trafford victory for his team.
In addition, Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez, the central defensive partnership for United, deserve an honorable mention because they both played exceptionally well.
Player Ratings in Man Utd – West Ham Match
Manchester United F.C.
De Gea – 8
Subs
West Ham United F.C.
Soucek – 6
Benrahma – 7
Rice – 7
Subs
Fornals – 6
Landmark: achieved ✅
💯 @MarcusRashford #MUFC || #MUNWHU
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) October 30, 2022
Happy 25th to one of our own 👊
Keep shining, @MarcusRashford 💫#MUFC pic.twitter.com/tjXdUYFfOT
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) October 31, 2022
Man Utd – West Ham: Player Of The Match | David de Gea Quintana
David de Gea Quintana | Player Of The Match
Following his man-of-the-match performance during Man United’s Premier League encounter against West Ham, fans have showered David de Gea with accolades.
On Sunday, October 30, the Spanish goalkeeper made some incredible saves to keep United in the game as the Red Devils defeated West Ham.
David de Gea expressed, “I’m a little worn out. People don’t think goalies get fatigued, but by the end we were struggling. Although we had solid game control, the finish was challenging.
With over 50 per cent of your votes, @D_DeGea claims our Man of the Match award 👏#MUFC || #MUNWHU pic.twitter.com/MjrfZ1jqBR
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) October 31, 2022
🧤 Coming up clutch.
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) October 30, 2022
Man Utd – West Ham | Team News
Following the 1-1 draw at Chelsea, Manchester United made three changes, including the return of Anthony Elanga and the first Premier League start for Harry Maguire since August 13.
Cristiano Ronaldo also received his third league start of the year.
Ben Johnson was the only change from West Ham’s 2-0 victory over Bournemouth, and Craig Dawson took his place.
Rashford’s Century Allows Man Utd To Hold On, and West Ham F.C. Wins
The Hammers grew into the game as the hosts battled to grab control of the match, even though Manchester United had defeated Liverpool, Arsenal, and Tottenham at Old Trafford this season.
Before the game’s first genuinely outstanding moment, Said Benrahma and Bowen took advantage of the space left by Manchester United’s disorganized defense without actually forcing De Gea to make a save.
After a deft exchange between Christian Eriksen and Bruno Fernandes, the Dane sent a gorgeous cross into the box that Marcus Rashford, leaping over Hammers defender Thilo Kehrer, put firmly past Lukasz Fabianski.
Cristiano Ronaldo missed three opportunities in the first three minutes of the second half.
He headed Luke Shaw’s crossover, missed the target at the near post after latching onto Marcus Rashford’s through ball, and then saw a shot deflect over the crossbar after Casemiro and Scott McTominay combined on the edge of the box.
Michail Antonio’s arrival provided West Ham F.C. more presence.
Before Benrahma’s low, bobbling shot, which was the Hammers’ first chance on goal in the second period, required a spill and recovery from De Gea, Craig Dawson blasted over from a distance.
Six minutes from time, Zouma’s exquisite flick compelled De Gea to make an incredible save before Fred wasted the opportunity to end the game when his header struck the West Ham goal frame.
The Hammers came close to capitalizing on the respite when Harry Maguire brilliantly blocked Bowen’s sweeping shot in stoppage time before David De Gea made a flying save to keep Rice from giving Manchester United the win.
Upcoming Team News | Manchester United F.C. & West Ham United F.C.
Thursday at 5.45 p.m., Manchester United F.C. will travel to Real Sociedad in the Europa League; on Sunday at 2 p.m., they will visit Aston Villa in the Premier League.
Thursday at 8 p.m., West Ham F.C. plays FCSB in the Europa Conference League before visiting Crystal Palace on Sunday at 2 p.m. in the Premier League.