Pressure Mounts on Erik ten Hag as Cherries Claim Historic Victory at Old Trafford
Manchester United’s hopes of a top-four finish suffered a major blow as they were comprehensively beaten 3-0 by Bournemouth at Old Trafford. The result leaves manager Erik ten Hag facing increasing scrutiny, with the pressure mounting after a string of disappointing performances.
Dominic Solanke’s fifth-minute opener put Bournemouth ahead, and the visitors controlled the game throughout. Substitute Philip Billing doubled the lead with a header in the second half, before Marcos Senesi added a third from a corner.
Manchester United were abysmal defensively and offered little threat in attack, registering only three shots on target. The home fans voiced their frustration with loud booing at the full-time whistle.
This defeat marks Bournemouth’s fourth win in five games and their first ever at Old Trafford. It was a historic day for the Cherries, who move up to 13th in the Premier League table, while Manchester United languish in the bottom half of the table, seven points adrift of the top four.
Key Points:
- Manchester United lose 3-0 to Bournemouth at Old Trafford.
- Goals from Dominic Solanke, Philip Billing, and Marcos Senesi seal victory for the Cherries.
- Manchester United register only three shots on target and are booed off by the home fans.
- The defeat leaves Erik ten Hag under mounting pressure.
- Bournemouth move to 13th in the Premier League table, while Manchester United remain in the bottom half.
- The win is Bournemouth’s first ever at Old Trafford and their fourth in five games.
