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Manchester United rescued a dramatic 1–1 draw against West Ham at the London Stadium with a goal that came deep into stoppage time to deny the Hammers 3 points.
West Ham came into the contest desperate for points as they hovered just above the relegation zone, while United arrived in east London aiming to keep pace in the race for the Champions League places.
In a match reported by Sky Sports, the first half was tense and tactical, with Manchester United enjoying more possession but struggling to carve out clear openings against a disciplined West Ham back line.
West Ham grew into the contest after the break and were rewarded in the 50th minute when sustained pressure paid off, as Tomáš Souček reacted quickest in the box to fire the hosts into the lead.
Manchester United responded by pushing higher up the pitch, increasing the tempo and forcing West Ham deeper, but clear chances remained limited as frustration grew among the visitors.
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As the match entered added time, West Ham looked on course for a crucial three points, defending bravely as the atmosphere inside the London Stadium intensified.
The decisive moment came in the 96th minute, when United struck from close range to snatch an equaliser, silencing the home crowd and dramatically altering the outcome.
The result kept Manchester United firmly in the hunt for a top-four finish, though questions remain about their ability to break down organised sides away from home.
For West Ham, it was a bitter end to an otherwise resilient performance, leaving them with just a point as they continue their battle to move clear of danger.
Contributed by Emmanuel Lungu
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