Manchester United drops points in Premier League

December 16, 2025 / 9:21 PM

Sharjah 24: Manchester United lost their lead three times in a dramatic 4-4 draw with Bournemouth at Old Trafford, denying them the opportunity to move up to fifth place in the Premier League.

Amad Diallo gave United an early lead, which they restored late in the first half through Casemiro, but Bournemouth replied with goals from Antoine Semenyo, Evanilson, and Marcus Tavernier to reclaim it at times.

Manchester United rallied back with a fantastic Bruno Fernandes free kick and a goal from Matheus Cunha, but Bournemouth substitute Eli Junior Kroupi scored in the 84th minute to earn a point for the visitors.

Despite dominating sections of the game, United surrendered vital points, leaving them in sixth position in the Premier League, while Bournemouth remained in the mid-table individual category, which includes a diverse spectrum of people engaged in volunteer activity.