After Manchester United’s winning run came to an end against Nottingham Forest, they remained unbeaten nonetheless, and a repeat of last seasons Europa League final clash saw Amorim’s side seek out revenge. After Spurs had midweek European action, it shows United what they’ve missed out on, and it was another tense clash between the two sides on Saturday lunchtime.

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Teams

Tottenham Hotspur: Vicario, Spence, Van de Ven, Romero (Danso 88′), Porro (Udogie 67′), Sarr, Palhinha (Bentancur 79′), Richarlison, Simons (Tel 79′), Johnson, Kolo Muani (Odobert 46′)

Subs: Kinsky, Rowswell, Scarlett, Akhamrich

Manchester United: Lammens, Shaw, Maguire (Yoro 72′), De Ligt, Dorgu (Dalot 80′), Fernandes, Casemiro (Ugarte 72′), Mazraoui (Sesko 58′), Mbeumo, Amad, Cunha (Mount 72′)

Subs: Bayindir, Heaven, Fletcher, Zirkzee

Tottenham Hotspur 2-2 Manchester United

Saturday’s clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium finished in a pulsating 2–2 draw, a game that simmered for long spells before boiling over in the closing minutes. United went ahead in the first half through Bryan Mbeumo, who glanced home a cross just after the half-hour mark to put the visitors in front. Tottenham, sluggish and somewhat flat before the break, struggled to find rhythm or urgency as United controlled much of the tempo.

The second half told a different story. Spurs, rejuvenated after Thomas Frank’s tactical tweaks and substitutions, began to take control, pressing higher and forcing United back. Their persistence was rewarded in the 84th minute when Mathys Tel cut inside and fired in a deflected shot that left André Onana helpless. The goal lifted the home crowd, and moments later, it looked like Tottenham had sealed the comeback when Richarlison poked home a low cross deep into stoppage time to make it 2–1.

But the drama was far from over. With virtually the last attack of the match, United salvaged a point thanks to Matthijs de Ligt, who rose highest at the back post to power in a header from a corner. It was a cruel twist for Spurs, who had done enough to win but were undone by one lapse in concentration at the death. The late equaliser sent the United bench into jubilation and left Tottenham’s players slumped in disbelief.

In the end, both sides were left to reflect on what might have been. Tottenham can take encouragement from their spirited second-half fightback but will rue another home draw after dominating large spells. For United, the point was another example of their knack for late rescues, valuable, but hardly convincing. It was an afternoon that summed up both teams’ seasons so far: moments of promise, flashes of chaos, and plenty for their managers to mull over before the next test.

Talking Points

Manchester United’s 2–2 draw away at Tottenham Hotspur extended their impressive unbeaten run in the Premier League, a stretch that now speaks to the growing resilience and organisation under Rúben Amorim. While United were far from their fluid best for large parts of the contest, they once again found a way to take something from a tricky away fixture. Amorim’s side showed the grit and determination that have characterised their recent form, and the result keeps them firmly in the hunt near the top of the table as the season heads toward its busy winter period.

One of the standout features of this United team under Amorim has been their knack for scoring late goals, a habit that has already defined several of their matches this campaign. Saturday’s dramatic equaliser from Matthijs de Ligt was the seventh goal United have scored in stoppage time across all competitions this season, a testament to their fitness levels and unwavering belief right until the final whistle. Amorim’s sides are renowned for their intensity and pressing structure, and United’s ability to maintain energy and composure deep into games has repeatedly earned them crucial points.

De Ligt himself continues to epitomise the consistency and leadership that Amorim prizes. The Dutch defender has played every minute of United’s Premier League campaign so far and is enjoying arguably his best run of form since arriving in England. His towering header to salvage a draw in North London not only underlined his defensive dominance but also showcased his growing influence in both boxes. Reliable, composed, and increasingly vocal at the heart of defence, De Ligt has become one of the first names on Amorim’s team sheet — and a symbol of United’s newfound steel.