Man Utd draw 4-4 with Villa, stay in relegation zone
Late equaliser from Patrick Dorgu saves a point, but fans boo and the club's league position remains a serious concern.
Key points
- Man Utd drew 4-4 with Aston Villa at Old Trafford, according to BBC Sport
- Dorgu scored a 96th-minute equaliser after United trailed 4-2
- United sit 18th, their lowest league position in 40 years after at least 10 matches
- United have not won a league game since 30 August
Manchester United drew 4-4 with Aston Villa at Old Trafford on Sunday, a result that leaves them in the Premier League drop zone. According to BBC Sport, Patrick Dorgu scored the equaliser in the 96th minute after the home side had been trailing 4-2 late on.
The match ended in boos and cheers in equal measure. Defender Diogo Dalot was jeered off when he was replaced by Dorgu in the 66th minute, and the home supporters were clearly unhappy with the team’s form.
A chaotic afternoon at Old Trafford
Villa twice came back from two goals down in the eight-goal game. United players celebrated Dorgu’s late goal with obvious relief, then applauded the fans who had stayed on, even though a defeat had looked likely.
The result leaves United in 18th place as they head into the international break. According to BBC Sport, this is the lowest they have finished in the table in four decades, after more than ten fixtures.
Several records highlight the problem. United have not won a league game since beating Ipswich on 30 August. They have conceded 15 goals in their last five games and have let in a goal inside two minutes in three of their last seven matches.
Carrick responds to questions about his future
Manager Michael Carrick was asked by Sky Sports reporter Patrick Davison whether he would walk away. He replied that this would not happen, and said the club needed to start winning games.
Carrick said he was clear about the direction the club needed to take. He also said the team had shown focus and that the recent problems were a series of one-off moments rather than one clear weakness.
Reaction from players and former stars
Dorgu said the team was in a bad situation and needed to fight together. He urged every player to ask whether they were doing enough for the manager and the club.
Former captain Roy Keane told Sky Sports that conceding four goals at home was dreadful, but praised the team for continuing to push. Former striker Dion Dublin told BBC Sport that the players looked as though they had lost, even though they had earned a point.
Forward Joshua Zirkzee, who was still on the bench when Dalot left the pitch, offered his team-mate a hug, BBC Sport reported. Zirkzee had himself been jeered by fans during a game against Newcastle almost two years earlier.
Villa manager Unai Emery said United had the ability to overcome their problems. He had been angry about his side’s late collapse, which denied him a first win at Old Trafford.
What comes next
United’s next match is away at Liverpool on 22 November. Reports say the club’s owners, including Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the Glazer family, will consider the situation as the January transfer window approaches. Fan anger over ticket prices and the way supporters are treated has also grown. A banner hung at the Stretford End before kick-off complained about the club’s ownership rather than its stadium plans, according to BBC Sport.
Frequently asked questions
What was the score between Man Utd and Aston Villa?
The match at Old Trafford ended 4-4, according to BBC Sport. Patrick Dorgu scored the equaliser in the 96th minute.
Where do Manchester United stand in the league?
United are 18th, in the drop zone. BBC Sport said it is their lowest position for 40 years after at least 10 matches.
Is Michael Carrick leaving Manchester United?
Carrick said he would not walk away. His future is still being discussed by the clubu0026#039;s hierarchy, according to reports.
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