Manchester United's turbulent season under Ruben Amorim hit another stumbling block on Thursday night, as they conceded a late equaliser to draw 1-1 with West Ham United at Old Trafford.
Dalot Strike Overshadowed by Late Collapse
The match, played on Thursday 4 December 2025, seemed to be heading for a home victory after defender Diogo Dalot broke the deadlock in the 58th minute. His goal provided a glimmer of hope for a side looking to build momentum after a mixed run of form.
However, the Red Devils failed to see out the game. With just seven minutes of normal time remaining, West Ham's Soungoutou Magassa found the net. The opportunity arose from a corner, where a goal-line clearance fell perfectly for the Hammers player to fire home and snatch a point for Nuno Espirito Santo's visiting side.
A Pattern of Frustration Continues
This result extends a period of inconsistency for Amorim's team. The draw comes just days after a morale-boosting 2-1 comeback win at Crystal Palace on Sunday, which itself followed a disappointing 1-0 home defeat to Everton. The inability to hold onto a lead against West Ham felt like a regression, underlining the scale of the ongoing rebuild at the club.
The palpable frustration inside the famous stadium was unmistakable at the full-time whistle. Instead of cheers, the players were met with a chorus of boos from sections of the home support, a clear indicator of the growing discontent with the team's performances and results.
What This Means for United's Campaign
The avoidable concession of a late goal from a set-piece will be a major concern for the coaching staff. It highlights persistent defensive frailties that have plagued the team. While a point is better than a defeat, failing to win at home against a mid-table rival represents a significant setback in the context of their Premier League ambitions.
For West Ham and manager Nuno Espirito Santo, the late equaliser represents a hard-earned and valuable point away from home, demonstrating the resilience he is instilling in his squad.
