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The Digest:

Bruno Fernandes scored a dramatic 97th-minute penalty to secure a 3-2 victory for Manchester United over Burnley. The result offered The Final Reprieve for manager Ruben Amorim, who had labeled the fixture a “must-win” following the team’s recent poor form.

Key Points:
  • Bruno Fernandes scored a 97th-minute penalty winner for Man Utd.
  • Man Utd defeated Burnley 3-2 at Old Trafford.
  • The victory was Man Utd's first of the season.
  • Manager Ruben Amorim had called the game a "must-win."
  • Man Utd twice conceded an equalizer to Burnley.
  • The penalty was awarded after a VAR check for a foul on Amad Diallo.
  • Burnley coach Scott Parker criticized VAR's intervention.
Despite the win, the Final Reprieve does not solve Man Utd's ongoing issues. The tense victory highlights the team's fragility but buys manager Ruben Amorim crucial time to turn the season around.

Sources: Sky Sports (authoring platform)