Harry Maguire’s decisive header helped 10-man Manchester United secure a dramatic 3-2 victory over Ipswich, earning their first Premier League win in a month despite Patrick Dorgu’s first-half red card.
Dorgu endured a night to forget, first gift-wrapping Ipswich’s opener with a defensive error before being sent off just before half-time for a reckless challenge on Omari Hutchinson, following a VAR review.
Despite being a man down, United rallied after the break, with Maguire powering home a Bruno Fernandes corner just two minutes into the second half, securing Ruben Amorim his third home league win as United boss.
Early Chaos and Costly Errors
The game began in chaotic fashion, with Andre Onana at fault for Ipswich’s opener. The United goalkeeper got too close to Dorgu as he tried to deal with a long ball, leading to a misplayed clearance that allowed Jaden Philogene an easy tap-in.
However, Ipswich skipper Sam Morsy soon handed United a lifeline, heading into his own net while trying to prevent Rasmus Højlund from connecting with Fernandes’ deep free-kick.
Minutes later, United turned the game around, as Maguire and Diogo Dalot’s efforts were parried before Matthijs de Ligt fired into the roof of the net to put the hosts ahead.
Ipswich Fight Back, but United Hold On
Ipswich capitalised on their numerical advantage, with Philogene’s cross curling into the far corner after Liam Delap missed the ball, leaving Onana rooted to the spot.
Despite mounting pressure, United held firm, with Maguire’s defensive resilience proving crucial in securing a much-needed three points.
While Amorim’s side showed fighting spirit, the game was yet another reminder of United’s unpredictability, making every match a rollercoaster ride for fans.
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