Calvert-Lewin equaliser extends Man Utd's winless run to six games
Dominic Calvert-Lewin's second-half equaliser earned Leeds a Premier League draw with Manchester United, who are now without a win in six matches.
Manchester United's winless run reached six games - their longest such stretch since 2019 - after Dominic Calvert-Lewin's second-half equaliser earned Leeds a point at Elland Road. Bryan Mbeumo had put the visitors ahead, converting from Youri Tielemans' cross, but United could not hold on as the game wore on.
Calvert-Lewin, rated 8 in the player assessments, grew into the contest after a subdued start. He headed wide in the first half and was denied by Senne Lammens after the break before showing the strength to control and finish the leveller. His header had earlier been set up by Tarik Muharemovic, who also nearly put Leeds in front with a near-post effort and was calm in possession throughout.
United's midfield pairing of Andrey Santos and Carlos Baleba drew praise for its energy, with both rated 7. Harry Maguire also earned a 7, having won his first-half duel with Calvert-Lewin before finding the striker much harder to handle after the interval. Lammens made a good save to deny Nico Elvedi. Bruno Fernandes was booked for a late tackle on Muharemovic and was described as struggling, with everything looking forced. Lisandro Martinez was cheered by United fans and booed by Leeds supporters before being replaced at the break.
Leeds manager Daniel Farke's side pressed after the equaliser, with substitute Lukas Nmecha working hard to create. James Justin was caught out by Mbeumo for United's goal, while Ethan Ampadu was fortunate to escape a card for an early late challenge on Mbeumo.
The result leaves United searching for a first win in six matches, a run the report dates back to 2019, while Leeds take a point from a match in which they grew stronger as it progressed.
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