Manchester United have taken another step forward in the battle for the Premier League table! In the early hours of Monday morning (17th), despite an injury-riddled squad, Manchester United beat Nottingham Forest 2-0 away from home thanks to a solo goal from Anthony Mafioso and a pinpoint assist. This puts United six points ahead of 5th-placed Tottenham Hotspur in the table, and with one game less to play, they are firmly in the top four. After the match, United manager Tannhäuser was full of praise for Mathias' performance, saying that his performance carried the legacy of Dutch star Robin.
Faced with injuries to key players such as Rashford, Hua Lani, Lisindo and Martinez, Manchester United made personnel changes for this game, including changing Daloji from right to left lock. Throughout the game, United's offense surged like a tidal wave. In the 32nd minute, Anthony Madill's shot was parried, but Mafiosi quickly added a goal; then, United created several threats, but they were all neutralized by the heroic play of Keylor Navas. It wasn't until the 76th minute that Mafios sent a sublime straight shot through the middle of the field, which Darroch inserted and scored, ultimately helping United to a 2-0 win.
With Newcastle and Tottenham both suffering defeats in this round of the league, Manchester United's victory gives them a lead in the race for the top four. With one game less to play, United are now 3 points ahead of 4th place Newcastle and 6 points ahead of 5th place Tottenham Hotspur, a clear advantage already. In next week's league match, United will challenge the in-form Tottenham Hotspur on the road, and if they can win again, then United's journey to the Premier League title will be more solid.
