Back at Old Trafford: United Strike to Strengthen Top-Four Claim
7 February 2026
Match Overview
Manchester United defeated Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 at Old Trafford in the 25th round of the 2025-26 Premier League, strengthening their grip on a top-four finish.
What Happened
Under caretaker boss Michael Carrick, United shaped a compact, energetic display. Tottenham were reduced to ten men when Cristian Romero was sent off in the 28th minute, changing the dynamics of the game.
United took the lead just before the break from a well-worked set-piece, finishing at the near post after a smart sequence. The second goal arrived late, in the 81st minute, when a cross found Bruno Fernandes who finished calmly to seal the win.
Two later United goals were ruled offside, keeping the score at 2-0. United move to 44 points, sitting fourth, two points behind third-placed Villa, while Tottenham stay on 29 points in 14th.
Old Trafford celebrated as United extended their winning run, with Carrick’s approach earning praise for its balance and intent.
Punchline 1: If football were a sniper range, United just nailed the headshot—cool, calm, and effectively lethal.
Punchline 2: And Spurs, remember: in this fortress, even a ten-man team still came to repel, not retreat.
