Manchester United fought back for a 4-4 draw against Aston Villa at Old Trafford on Sunday, but remain in the Premier League relegation zone. United twice went two goals down before completing a remarkable comeback. Aston Villa led 4-2 at halftime, but goals from Joshua Zirkzee and Patrick Dorgu in stoppage time secured the draw. The result leaves United 18th in the table, having won just one league game this season. Despite the fightback, manager Michael Carrick's position remains under pressure. The match featured chaotic early goals and defensive errors. Fans protested against the club's ownership during the game. Carrick praised his team's spirit but admitted they haven't won enough games.
United fell two goals behind early as Aston Villa capitalized on wretched play. The mood soured further as supporters called for the Glazers and co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to sell up. Green and yellow balloons filled the air, and fans displayed a banner reading "we don't want a new stadium, we want new owners." Bruno Fernandes converted a penalty after a challenge gifted the spot kick. Youri Tielemans equalized before halftime. In the second half, John Mc Ginn and Leon Goretzka added goals. Zirkzee reduced the deficit in stoppage time before Dorgu headed home a Fernandes corner to level the score at 4-4. Carrick left applauding fans chanting his name despite the team's ongoing struggles.
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