Manchester United fought back from two goals down to secure a dramatic 2-2 draw against Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday afternoon, in a match that ended with controversy after the hosts were denied a late penalty.
Everton dominated the first half and took a commanding 2-0 lead with goals from Beto in the 19th minute and Abdoulaye Doucouré in the 33rd minute.
The Toffees looked in control as they went into the break with a deserved advantage.
However, Manchester United responded in the second half, with Bruno Fernandes reducing the deficit in the 72nd minute with a stunning free-kick.
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The momentum shifted in the visitors’ favor, and Manuel Ugarte found the equalizer in the 80th minute to make it 2-2.
As both teams pushed for a winner, Everton thought they had a chance to snatch victory when they appealed for a penalty in the dying moments of the game.
However, after a VAR review, the claims were waved off, leaving the home side frustrated as the match ended in a draw.
The result leaves both teams sharing the spoils, with Manchester United relieved to have salvaged a point and Everton ruing what could have been a late winner.