Noah Okafor scored twice in the first half to earn Leeds United a shocking 2-1 win over ten-man Manchester United at Old Trafford, their first victory at the stadium since 1981.
The Swiss international of Nigerian descent pounced on Lenny Yoro’s miscued clearance for the opener in five minutes, then benefited from a deflection for the second in 29 minutes. Lisandro Martinez was sent off for violent conduct at 51 minutes. Casemiro scored a consolation header.
Key Points:
Leeds claimed their first win at Old Trafford in 45 years.
Martinez was dismissed for pulling Dominic Calvert-Lewin’s ponytail.
United fell to their first home defeat under interim coach Michael Carrick.
Leeds moved six points clear of relegation in 15th place.
United remain third on goal difference ahead of Aston Villa.
Sources: Complete Sports, Soccernet
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