Manchester United achieved a remarkable 3-1 victory against Southampton, largely due to Amad’s late hat-trick. This win propels United to 12th place in the league standings, while Southampton remains at the bottom, trailing safety by 10 points.
Match Overview
The game initially appeared to be heading towards a defeat for Manchester United after Manuel Ugarte netted for Southampton just before the break. However, Amad turned the tide with an equaliser eight minutes from time, followed by two more goals in the 90th minute and stoppage time, securing his hat-trick.
Key Moments
Both teams had their share of missed opportunities. Alejandro Garnacho and Antony failed to convert chances for United, while Southampton’s Kamaldeen Sulemana and Mateus Fernandes were denied by United’s goalkeeper, Andre Onana.
Amad’s first goal came when he slipped a shot under Aaron Ramsdale. He then volleyed a pass from Christian Eriksen past Ramsdale, and capitalised on a mistake by Taylor Harwood-Bellis to score into an open net.
Impact on Manchester United
This victory marks a significant shift for United, who had previously lost three consecutive league matches at Old Trafford. Amad’s outstanding performance is expected to inspire the team, with manager Ruben Amorim hoping other players will draw motivation from the young winger’s display.