Leeds Stun Manchester United at Old Trafford, Boosting Survival Hopes
In a thrilling encounter, Leeds took a significant step towards ensuring their Premier League survival by defeating Manchester United 2-1, marking their first league win at Old Trafford since 1981. Noah Okafor's double in the first half set the tone for Leeds, while Manchester United's woes deepened with Lisandro Martinez's red card for pulling Dominic Calvert-Lewin's hair. Despite Casemiro's header giving the 10-man team hope, Leeds managed to hold on, with Daniel Farke's side now six points clear of Tottenham with six games remaining. The win is a crucial boost to Leeds' survival bid, especially with upcoming home games against Wolves and Burnley. Manchester United, on the other hand, missed an opportunity to solidify their grip on third place, with their midfield partnership of Manuel Ugarte and Casemiro under scrutiny following an underwhelming performance.