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Maguire red card costs Manchester United as Kroupi rescues Bournemouth draw

July 11, 2026Carlos Mendoza1 мин

Manchester United's Champions League aspirations suffered a significant setback after a chaotic draw against Bournemouth, a match notably marred by Harry Maguire's red card. On Friday night, United found themselves ahead twice, only to be pegged back each time. The game was characterized by a frenzied second half, featuring a series of own goals, defensive blunders, and controversial penalty decisions.

Eli Junior Kroupi's decisive penalty ultimately secured a crucial point for Bournemouth, marking their fifth consecutive draw and their fifteenth of the season. This outcome extends Manchester United's struggles against Bournemouth, making it six consecutive games without a win against them. The result represents a stumble for Michael Carrick's side, echoing some of their past difficulties and putting a stall on their pursuit of a top-four finish in the Premier League.