Bournemouth vs Manchester United: 5 men who masterminded United's comeback

Modified Nov 03, 2018 16:27 GMT

AFC Bournemouth v Manchester United - Premier League

#2 David De Gea

The reigning Golden Glove winner has been unlucky this season. David De Gea has registered only 1 clean sheet so far this season and you can hardly blame him for the goals that have gone in. In fact, had it not been for De Gea, United would probably been in deeper waters, as was evident against Bournemouth.

De Gea was called into action as early as the 4th minute, saving Fraser’s low shot with his legs to deny Bournemouth an early lead. It would be the first of many saves he had to make to keep United in the game, however, there was nothing he could do in the 11th minute when poor defending allowed Wilson to score. Bournemouth tried to increase the lead, but De Gea stood strong and ensured that United were not too far away from a comeback. The Spaniard made a crucial save just before the break, with the game poised at 1-1.

Early in the second half, De Gea brilliantly denied a clever flick from Brooks and in the 81st minute, stopped the Welshman again. Ultimately, his heroics were crucial for United to complete the comeback and win the game.

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