On Monday, we were treated to a thrilling Premier League match where Manchester United and Burnley battled to a dramatic 4-4 draw at Old Trafford.
Following half-time, Evanilson and Marcus Tavernier flipped a 2-1 deficit into a Burnley lead. However, Bruno Fernandes‘ goal, followed swiftly by Matheus Cunha, restored United’s advantage.
As the match progressed, it was evident another goal was on the horizon. Eli Junior Kroupi stepped up to secure Burnley’s equalizer, ensuring they left with a point.
Such events are rare; this marked only the 28th occasion in Premier League history where two teams each scored four or more goals, and United has participated in three of those matches.
Many have hailed this encounter as the best game of the season thus far. But what other matches are contenders for that title?
Before the controversies surrounding the Mohamed Salah interview stirred discontent, Liverpool began the season with an exciting comeback victory at Anfield.
Though it seemed Andoni Iraola’s side would succumb to a straightforward defeat, Antoine Semenyo scored twice in the second half to level the game. In a dramatic finish, Federico Chiesa clinched a winner in the 88th minute, with Salah sealing the match in stoppage time.
Just ten days later, Liverpool found themselves in another nail-biting finish. This time, 16-year-old Rio Ngumoha stunned everyone with a goal in the 100th minute. Despite starting with a two-goal lead against Newcastle, Liverpool allowed the opposition back into the game, even as Newcastle played with 10 men.
As Ngumoha emerged as the hero, he coolly slotted the ball past Nick Pope, silencing the crowd at St. James’ Park.
Manchester United also felt the pressure against Burnley, needing a late goal to secure the win after a disappointing exit from the Carabao Cup. Despite the early setback, they managed to turn the game around in dramatic fashion, with Fernandes converting a late penalty to clinch the points.
