Late Fernandes penalty earns United win over Burnley, easing Amorim

Bruno Fernandes struck a stoppage time penalty to give Manchester United a dramatic 3-2 victory over Burnley at Old Trafford on Saturday, a result that eased pressure on manager Ruben Amorim after a tumultuous week that included an embarrassing League Cup exit to fourth tier Grimsby Town. The late spot kick, awarded following a lengthy VAR review, came seven minutes into added time and settled a match that saw United repeatedly surrender and regain control.

United took the lead in the 26th minute when Casemiro headed against the crossbar and the ball rebounded in off Burnley captain Josh Cullen, a strike described in reports as an own goal. Burnley fought back in the second half, drawing level through Lyle Foster in the 55th minute, and United regained the lead shortly after. Jaidon Anthony then equalised for Burnley in the 66th minute after goalkeeper Altay Bayindir spilled a shot, with the rebound falling to Anthony and deflecting past the keeper.

The decisive moment arrived late and was contentious. Replays showed Anthony tugging at Amad Diallo in the penalty area, and a prolonged VAR check concluded that the foul continued into the box, prompting referee to award a penalty....