Manchester: The bottom-placed team of this season's Premier League Sheffield United pulled off a shocking victory as they defeated Manchester United 2-1 here on Thursday.
It was Sheffield United's second win of the season. This defeat means Manchester United remain at the second spot behind Manchester City.
Moreover, this was Sheffield United's first win at Old Trafford since 1973. "Our first win at Old Trafford since December 1973," Sheffield United tweeted.
Manchester United started brightly, with Marcus Rashford firing wide before Sheffield United's Billy Sharp forced a fine save from David De Gea.
Kean Bryan handed Sheffield United a lead in the 23rd minute as he headed in his first Premier League goal from John Fleck's corner.
Sheffield United maintained their lead through to the first half. However, Harry Maguire equalised for Manchester United in the 64th minute, heading in Alex Telles's corner.
Sheffield United managed to restore their lead 10 minutes later when Oliver Burke netted a goal.
Manchester United will now take on Arsenal on Saturday while Sheffield United will play their next game against Manchester City on Saturday.
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