Manchester United’s perfect winning run under Michael Carrick came to a dramatic halt at the London Stadium, as the Red Devils relied on a moment of pure genius from Benjamin Šeško to salvage a 1-1 draw against West Ham. In a match where the Hammers’ defensive grit nearly secured an upset, the spoils were eventually shared in the final moments of stoppage time.
After a cagey first half, West Ham broke the deadlock in the 49th minute. Jarrod Bowen outmuscled Luke Shaw on the flank before delivering a low, fizzing cross that Tomáš Soucek tucked home with clinical precision. The goal sparked the London Stadium into life, and for much of the second half, Nuno Espírito Santo’s side looked capable of holding on for a famous victory.
United threw everything forward in the closing stages, introducing Leny Yoro and Šeško to find a breakthrough. The pressure finally told in the 95th minute; Bryan Mbeumo's cross found Benjamin Šeško, who executed an outrageous 'flipper-flick' finish into the top corner, leaving Mads Hermansen with no chance. The goal preserved United’s unbeaten streak and broke West Ham hearts just seconds before the final whistle.
What It Means: Manchester United remain in 5th place, level on points with Chelsea but trailing on goal difference. West Ham move to 18th, sitting just three points behind Nottingham Forest as they continue their desperate fight for Premier League survival.