Monaco's Late Penalty Snatches Thrilling Draw Against Manchester City
In a thrilling Champions League clash, Monaco snatched a late equalizer to hold Manchester United to a 2-2 draw. The drama unfolded at the Stade Louis II, with Eric Dier's last-gasp penalty cancelling out Erling Haaland's first-half double.
The match started with a bang as Haaland, Manchester United's Norwegian striker, scored his 51st goal in just 50 Champions League appearances. However, Monaco quickly responded with Jordan Teze levelling the score three minutes later, finishing a high press with a clinical strike into the top corner.
Haaland then added his second just before the break, restoring Manchester United's lead. But Monaco, showing great resilience, were awarded a penalty in the 90th minute after a VAR review. Eric Dier stepped up and converted, securing a crucial point for the hosts.
Manchester United, now with four points, will next face Villarreal on October 21, while Monaco, currently in the elimination zone with one point, will host Tottenham Hotspur the following day. Despite failing to secure their first away win in the Champions League in 12 months, Manchester United will be disappointed not to have taken all three points. Monaco, however, will be buoyed by their late equalizer and will look to build on this result in their upcoming matches.
