In the Premier League, Manchester United beat Brighton 2-0 by a single goal, with goals from Darroch and Helen sealing the victory. However, at the same time, Newcastle's 4-2 win over Brentford saw United slip to eighth place, which became their worst ever finish in the Premier League. This season, United have scored and conceded 57 goals, with a -1 goal difference, the first time they have recorded a negative goal difference since 34 years ago. Nonetheless, Saturday's (25th) English soccer team final in China offers United a glimmer of hope.
Manchester United finished with 60 points, but the team did not qualify for a place in the European Association due to scoring fewer goals than Newcastle. If United do not want to participate in the European tournament, then the only way out is to beat Manchester City and win the title, thus gaining a ticket to the European tournament. United captain Tannhäuser said after the match, "It's an indisputable fact that eighth place is the worst for us. Everyone is well aware of the reasons behind it, but in my house we always find a way to solve our problems."
On the day's play, there was good news for United as Lisindo Martinez made his debut, with Hua Lani and Johnny Ioannis following suit to join the fray. Tanhag said, "It has been a disaster for us this season with injuries to players in our central positions. Fortunately, we still have good players to pick from. In the final, I will give my all and aim for the title."
