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4. Manchester United vs Middlesbrough(2-1), Premier League(2016-17)

Manchester United's Premier league campaign was well on course at the time Middlesbrough visited Old Trafford during the festive Christmas period on the back of four consecutive victories. An eventful first half failed to yield a goal but the game sprang to life when Grant Leadbitter scored in the 67th minute.

Manchester United v Middlesbrough - Premier League
Manchester United v Middlesbrough - Premier League

This brought urgency to the game for United whereas Middlesbrough resorted to defending deep in their own half. Boro were broke open by Martial who latched on to a superb Ibrahimovic's flick and coolly slotted past Victor Valdes, who had ,made a string of saves in the game.

The game was won by Paul Pogba's header from a Juan Mata's cross in the 86th minute as the Old Trafford faithful were treated to a match reminiscent of the old times. The league campaign was a failure though as cup commitments diverted the attention and United finished the campaign sixth, though qualifying for the Champions league as Europa league winners.

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Edited by Rajdeep Puri
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