Man United vs Burnley: Goals and Highlights
Summary
Manchester United won 3-2 against Burnley at Old Trafford on August 30, 2025. Their first win of the 2025-26 season. A rollercoaster of a game with lots of drama and a late VAR controversy.
Bruno Fernandes’ stoppage-time penalty won it for United, taking them from 16th to 14th in the league. Burnley, despite a good effort, lost their second game and slipped to 11th. They struggle to get consistency against the top teams.
Man United vs Burnley: Goals
Josh Cullen headed a Casemiro free kick into his own net in the 27th minute to give United a 1-0 lead. Burnley equalised early in the second half through Lyle Foster, who finished a cross from Jacob Bruun Larsen. United responded quickly with Bryan Mbeumo scoring in the 57th minute with a Diogo Dalot assist.
Burnley equalised again in the 66th minute when Jaidon Anthony scored from a rebound after a Loum Tchaouna shot. The winner came in the 97th minute when Fernandes scored a penalty after Anthony pulled Amad Diallo’s shirt. The VAR decision was confirmed and sparked a lot of debate.
Man United vs Burnley: Player of the Match
Bruno Fernandes was the Player of the Match. His penalty and his constant threat (9 chances created against promoted teams in the last games) were the difference. Despite a yellow card and a missed shot, his leadership and composure under pressure were key to the win.
This win gives hope to Ruben Amorim’s team; Burnley will rue missed chances and bad refereeing decisions.
