3 reasons why Manchester United won against Bournemouth

#3 United's persistence

United soaked the pressure early on and responded well later on in the game

While they started the game slow United did up the tempo as the match progressed and created quite a few goal-scoring chances. However, they were let down by their misfortune (and sometimes poor finishing) time and again, especially in the second half.

Twice, second-half substitute Herrera's long-range efforts, that could have ended in the back of the net on any other day, flew just wide. Ashley Young's impeccable freekick just after the hour mark was a little too perfect as it hit and crossbar and rattled out. To make matters worse, Rashford's attempt off the rebound was blocked by Nathan Ake while Pogba's effort off the second rebound was cleared away from goal line.

It seemed the match was headed to a dull draw but it wasn't to be. United's persistence, something they have been famous for since the 90s, saw them pick up yet another late victory and an important one as well.