Mon Oct 28 07:59:00 UTC 2024: ## West Ham Sinks Manchester United with Late Penalty Win
**LONDON** – A late penalty awarded to West Ham in the 92nd minute condemned Manchester United to a 2-1 defeat at the London Stadium on Sunday. The result further highlights the inconsistency of Erik ten Hag’s side, who now sit in 14th place in the Premier League table.
United dominated the first half, creating numerous chances but failing to capitalize. Alejandro Garnacho and Diogo Dalot both missed key opportunities, leaving the Red Devils goalless at the break.
The second half saw West Ham take control, pushing the game into United’s half. Crysencio Summerville put the Hammers ahead in the 74th minute, forcing a response from the visitors. Casemiro equalized shortly after with a well-placed header, but the fightback was short-lived.
A controversial penalty was awarded to West Ham in the final moments when Danny Ings went down under a challenge from Matthijs de Ligt. Jarrod Bowen stepped up to convert the spot-kick, sealing the victory for the Hammers.
The defeat was compounded by the injury to Noussair Mazraoui, who left the match with a right knee injury. The severity of the injury is still being assessed.
This disappointing result will undoubtedly be a blow to United’s hopes of challenging for the top spots in the Premier League.
First Piper 