Manchester United will play against Tottenham in the Premier League this weekend, with both teams aiming to compete at the top of the league.
Both clubs have been regulars in the league’s ‘Big Six’ over the years, and there have been several memorable matches between them in the Premier League era.
As they prepare for their matchup, here’s a look back at some of the standout games between Manchester United and Spurs during this time.
Five notable Premier League games between Manchester United and Spurs
Manchester United 2-1 Tottenham (16th May 1999)
On the last day of the season, Sir Alex Ferguson’s Manchester United needed a win against Tottenham to clinch the title. Despite falling behind due to Les Ferdinand’s goal, United fought back with strikes from David Beckham and Andy Cole, securing the championship by just one point over Arsenal.
This victory marked their fifth title in seven years and set the stage for a historic treble, which included the FA Cup and Champions League.
Tottenham 3-5 Manchester United (29th September 2001)
In a thrilling comeback, United trailed 3-0 at halftime after an explosive first half from Spurs. However, they turned the game around dramatically in the second half, with goals from Andy Cole, Laurent Blanc, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Juan Sebastian Veron, and David Beckham, sealing a 5-3 victory.
Manchester United 5-2 Tottenham (25th April 2009)
In a crucial title race match, Spurs took a 2-0 lead with goals from Darren Bent and Luka Modric. United responded with a penalty from Cristiano Ronaldo and four goals in quick succession, led by Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney, clinching the win and moving closer to another championship.
Tottenham 3-0 Manchester United (10th April 2016)
Tottenham showed their dominance in this match with a swift opening goal from Dele Alli, followed by a header from Toby Alderweireld. Erik Lamela later extended the lead, condemning United to a disappointing performance where they managed only one shot on target.
Manchester United 1-6 Tottenham (4th October 2020)
Jose Mourinho’s Spurs delivered a stunning defeat to Manchester United at Old Trafford. After Bruno Fernandes scored early from the penalty spot, Spurs struck back with four goals before halftime, including two from Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min, resulting in a 6-1 scoreline. This match marked a significant low point for United, showcasing the potency of Spurs under Mourinho.
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