Chelsea Edge Manchester United 1-0 as Cucurella's Header Secures Crucial Win


Chelsea Edge Manchester United 1-0 as Cucurella's Header Secures Crucial Win
On May 16, 2025, Chelsea secured a vital 1-0 victory over Manchester United at Stamford Bridge, bolstering their aspirations for a Champions League spot. The match's decisive moment came in the 71st minute when Reece James delivered a precise cross, allowing Marc Cucurella to head the ball past United's goalkeeper, Andre Onana. Manchester United's performance was marked by a lack of attacking threat, managing only one shot on target throughout the match. An early goal by Harry Maguire was disallowed due to a marginal offside, and the team struggled to create significant opportunities thereafter. This defeat extends United's winless streak in the Premier League to eight matches, their longest since the 1989-90 season. With only one league game remaining, their...