In the latest Premier League match on September 14, 2024, Manchester United triumphed 3-0 over Southampton at St. Mary’s Stadium. The match was crucial for Manchester United, who were coming off consecutive defeats, as they secured a vital win to ease the pressure on manager Erik ten Hag.
The game started with Southampton making a promising attempt, with Tyler Dibling creating a chance that forced Andre Onana into an early save. Southampton had the opportunity to take the lead when Cameron Archer was awarded a penalty, but Onana saved it, which shifted the momentum in United’s favor. Just minutes later, Matthijs de Ligt opened the scoring with a header from a Bruno Fernandes corner.
Marcus Rashford doubled the lead just before halftime, curling a shot into the net after a fine assist from Amad Diallo. Alejandro Garnacho sealed the victory with a stoppage-time goal.
Player of the Match honors went to Matthijs de Ligt, who was instrumental in defense and scoring. Southampton, despite a brave effort, failed to convert their chances, and their frustration was compounded when Jack Stephens received a red card in the 79th minute.
Southampton F.C. Lineups
| Position | Player Name | Number | Substituted (Y/N) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Gavin Bazunu | 1 | No |
| Right Back | Kyle Walker-Peters | 2 | No |
| Center Back | Jan Bednarek | 5 | Yes |
| Center Back | Armel Bella-Kotchap | 6 | No |
| Left Back | Romain Perraud | 15 | No |
| Midfielder | James Ward-Prowse | 8 | No |
| Midfielder | Roméo Lavia | 45 | Yes |
| Winger | Stuart Armstrong | 17 | No |
| Winger | Mislav Oršić | 19 | Yes |
| Forward | Che Adams | 10 | No |
| Forward | Adam Armstrong | 9 | Yes |
Manchester United F.C. Lineups
| Position | Player Name | Number | Substituted (Y/N) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Andre Onana | 24 | No |
| Right Back | Aaron Wan-Bissaka | 29 | No |
| Center Back | Raphaël Varane | 5 | No |
| Center Back | Lisandro Martínez | 6 | No |
| Left Back | Luke Shaw | 23 | No |
| Midfielder | Casemiro | 18 | No |
| Midfielder | Bruno Fernandes | 8 | No |
| Midfielder | Christian Eriksen | 14 | Yes |
| Winger | Jadon Sancho | 25 | Yes |
| Forward | Marcus Rashford | 10 | No |
| Forward | Rasmus Højlund | 11 | No |
Match Details
| Match Summary |
|---|
| Manchester United triumphed over Southampton with a 3-0 victory, securing their first win in the season after several tough matches. Matthijs de Ligt, Marcus Rashford, and Alejandro Garnacho scored the goals. A penalty miss by Southampton’s Cameron Archer and a red card for Jack Stephens marred the Saints’ efforts. |
Head to Head
| Team | Wins | Losses | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester United | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Southampton | 1 | 2 | 1 |
Player Comparison
| Player | Goals | Assists | Shots on Target |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marcus Rashford | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Alejandro Garnacho | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Matthijs de Ligt | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Upcoming Fixtures
| Fixture Date | Match | Venue |
|---|---|---|
| September 21, 2024 | Manchester United vs. Chelsea | Old Trafford |
| September 28, 2024 | Southampton vs. Arsenal | St. Mary’s Stadium |
Venue & Temperature of Last Match
| Venue | Date | Temperature |
|---|---|---|
| Old Trafford | September 14, 2024 | 22°C |
Player of the Match
| Player | Reason |
|---|---|
| Matthijs de Ligt | Scored the opening goal and was solid in defense throughout the match. |
| Reaction |
|---|
| “A solid win! We needed that!” – Manchester United fans |