EPL: Super-sub Edinson Cavani helps Manchester United overcome Southampton 3-2
English Premier League
Edinson Cavani inspired Manchester United’s thrilling fightback from two goals down to snatch a dramatic 3-2 win against Southampton on Sunday.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side were facing a dismal defeat after first half goals from Jan Bednarek and James Ward-Prowse put Southampton in control at St Mary’s. Adding to Solskjaer’s problems, United lost goalkeeper David de Gea to a knee injury at half-time. But Uruguay striker Cavani sparked United’s escape act after coming on at the interval.
Cavani set up Bruno Fernandes to reduce the deficit and the former PSG star grabbed the equaliser. He then netted again in the final moments as his third goal since signing in October extended United’s winning to four games in all competitions.
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