December 27, 2024

In Matchweek 18 of the Premier League, the Wolves scored an Olympic goal against United. Just a week earlier, Tottenham had achieved the same feat in the Carabao Cup. Football is full of rare and extraordinary moments, and one of the most memorable is an Olympic goal—a strike directly from a corner kick. Unfortunately for Manchester United, they’ve had the misfortune of conceding two Olympic goals in the span of just one week. Wolves’ Olympic Goal Against United In their Premier League clash against Wolverhampton, United conceded another stunning corner-kick goal. After multiple Wolves attacks and a disallowed goal for offside, Matheus Cunha stepped up to take a corner kick in the 58th minute. From the right corner, he delivered a tight, curling ball that soared over Onana and into the net. The goal put Wolves ahead, and they ultimately sealed a 2-0 victory. Tottenham’s Olympic Goal Against United This followed the Olympic goal United conceded on December 19th in the Carabao Cup quarterfinals against Tottenham. In that match, Son Heung-min delivered a brilliant corner kick in the 88th minute, scoring directly from the set piece. The goal was one of four in a thrilling 4-3 defeat for the Red Devils, which saw them eliminated from the competition. A Moment That Will Be Hard to Forget While an Olympic goal is always memorable, Manchester United will find themselves on the wrong side of history as the team that conceded two such goals in just one week. It’s a rare and unfortunate distinction that is sure to stick in the minds of football fans. Manchester United’s Struggles Continue The loss to Tottenham knocked United out of the Carabao Cup, while the defeat to Wolves further deepened their struggles in the Premier League. With just 22 points, the Red Devils sit in 14th place on the table, only four spots above the relegation zone. Their form continues to raise serious questions about their ability to turn the season around.

Liverpool came from behind to defeat Leicester 3-1 at Anfield with goals from Gakpo, Jones, and Salah. The victory keeps them atop the Premier League with 42 points, extending their lead over second-place Chelsea. Liverpool continues its dominant form in the Premier League. This time, they overturned a 0-1 deficit to secure a 3-1 victory against Leicester City, widening their gap to seven points over the second-place team, with a game in hand. Leicester Shocks Liverpool Early The match at Anfield began with a surprise, as the visiting side struck first. Just six minutes into the game, amidst a foggy pitch, Stephy Mavididi delivered a low cross from the left. Jordan Ayew, with his back to goal, controlled the ball, turned, and fired a brilliant strike into the net. Liverpool’s Response Arrives Liverpool pushed forward, searching for an equalizer, but an effort off the left post and another off the crossbar kept them at bay. However, their persistence paid off in stoppage time of the first half. At 45+1’, Cody Gakpo received a pass from Mac Allister, cut inside to position himself at the edge of the box, and unleashed a precise, curling shot that found the back of the net—a stunning goal to level the score. In the second half, Liverpool wasted no time taking control. At the 49th minute, the “Reds” orchestrated a beautiful team play, stringing together a series of quick passes in the box. The sequence ended with another assist from Mac Allister, who laid the ball back for Curtis Jones to calmly finish, putting Liverpool ahead 2-1. Salah Seals the Victory As the match neared its conclusion, Mohamed Salah, Liverpool’s standout performer of the season, added the final touch. At the 82nd minute, Gakpo lofted a pass to the Egyptian, who controlled it near the edge of the box. Salah cut inside onto his left foot and placed a perfectly executed shot into the far corner, securing the win for Liverpool. With this triumph, Liverpool solidified its position at the top of the Premier League with 42 points. Chelsea, following their loss to Fulham, sits in second with 35 points. At this stage, Liverpool remains the undisputed leader of English football.