Manchester United History: 27 April

Manchester United 1-1 Burnley

Date: April 27, 2024
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: D
United Scorers: Antony dos Santos 79′
Opponent Scorers: Zeki Amdouni 87′ (pen)

In a tightly contested match at Old Trafford on April 27, 2024, Manchester United and Burnley played to a 1-1 draw, with Antony dos Santos breaking the deadlock in the 79th minute with a clinical finish, only for Zeki Amdouni to level the score with a composed penalty in the 87th minute, as both teams showcased resilient defenses and spirited performances.


Manchester United 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur

Date: April 27, 2023
Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium
Result: D
United Scorers: Jadon Sancho 7′, Marcus Rashford 44′
Opponent Scorers: Pedro Porro 56′, Son Heung-min 79′

On April 27, 2023, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Manchester United were held to a thrilling 2-2 draw by Tottenham Hotspur, with early goals from Jadon Sancho and Marcus Rashford eclipsed by a spirited second-half comeback from Spurs, highlighted by Pedro Porro’s strike and Son Heung-min’s late equalizer, in a match where United’s attacking prowess was matched by Tottenham’s resilience.


Manchester United 0-0 Manchester City

Date: April 27, 2017
Venue: Eastlands Stadium
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
On April 27, 2017, at Eastlands Stadium, Manchester United showcased defensive resilience in a fiery 0-0 derby draw against Manchester City, highlighted by notable performances from goalkeeper David De Gea and a disciplined backline, managing to keep City’s attacking threats at bay.


Manchester United 2-0 Tottenham Hotspur

Date: April 27, 2003
Venue: White Hart Lane
Result: W
United Scorers: Paul Scholes 67′, Ruud van Nistelrooy 90′
On April 27, 2003, at White Hart Lane, Manchester United secured a 2-0 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, with Paul Scholes breaking the deadlock in the 67th minute and Ruud van Nistelrooy sealing the win in the 90th, highlighting a commanding performance that bolstered their title aspirations.


Manchester United 1-0 Ipswich Town

Date: April 27, 2002
Venue: Portman Road
Result: W
United Scorers: Ruud van Nistelrooy 45′ (pen)
On April 27, 2002, at Portman Road, Manchester United edged out Ipswich Town 1-0, courtesy of Ruud van Nistelrooy’s clinical penalty on the brink of halftime, marking his 35th goal of the season, while goalkeeper Fabien Barthez delivered crucial saves to secure all three points for the visitors.


Manchester United 3-0 Crystal Palace

Date: April 27, 1998
Venue: Selhurst Park
Result: W
United Scorers: Paul Scholes 6′, Nicky Butt 22′, Andrew Cole 84′
On April 27, 1998, Manchester United delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park, as Paul Scholes opened the scoring early in the 6th minute, Nicky Butt doubled the lead with a strike in the 22nd, and Andrew Cole sealed the win with a final goal in the 84th minute, showcasing a masterful team performance.


Manchester United 2-0 Leeds United

Date: April 27, 1994
Venue: Elland Road
Result: W
United Scorers: Andrei Kanchelskis 47′, Ryan Giggs 85′
On April 27, 1994, at Elland Road, Manchester United clinched a 2-0 victory over Leeds United with Andrei Kanchelskis breaking the deadlock in the 47th minute and Ryan Giggs sealing the win in the 85th, in a match highlighted by their commanding performances and pivotal goals.


Manchester United 2-2 Sunderland

Date: April 27, 1985
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: D
United Scorers: Bryan Robson 6′, Kevin Moran 76′
Opponent Scorers: Nick Pickering 16′, Clive Walker 71′

On April 27, 1985, at Old Trafford, Manchester United drew 2-2 against Sunderland, with Bryan Robson opening the scoring early in the 6th minute, only for Sunderland to level through Nick Pickering at 16 minutes, followed by Clive Walker’s goal at 71 minutes to take the lead, before Kevin Moran salvaged a point for United with a header in the 76th minute, capping off an intense contest marked by resilient performances from both teams.


Manchester United 0-1 Manchester City

Date: April 27, 1974
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: *Denis Law 82′

On April 27, 1974, at Old Trafford, Manchester City’s Denis Law delivered a memorable moment with an 82nd-minute back-heel goal, leading to a 1-0 defeat for Manchester United and contributing to their dramatic relegation despite no remarkable performances from the Red Devils on that somber day.


Manchester United 2-1 Blackpool

Date: April 27, 1966
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Denis Law 18′, Bobby Charlton 30′
Opponent Scorers: Alan Ball 80′


Manchester United 1-0 Southampton

Date: April 27, 1963
Venue: Villa Park
Result: W
United Scorers: Denis Law 22′


Manchester United 3-2 Cardiff City

Date: April 27, 1957
Venue: Ninian Park
Result: W
United Scorers: Albert Scanlon 43′, 90′ (pen), Alex Dawson 86′
Opponent Scorers: Gerry Hitchens 47′, 52′


Manchester United 0-2 Everton

Date: April 27, 1949
Venue: Goodison Park
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Eddie Wainwright 19′, James McIntosh 31′


Manchester United 2-0 Bradford Park Avenue

Date: April 27, 1935
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Thomas Bamford 65′, William Robertson 69′


Manchester United 4-2 Everton

Date: April 27, 1929
Venue: Goodison Park
Result: W
United Scorers: Thomas Reid 40′, 90′, James Hanson 7′, 62′
Opponent Scorers: Tom Griffiths 8′, Warney Cresswell 87′


Manchester United 1-1 Bolton Wanderers

Date: April 27, 1912
Venue: Burnden Park
Result: D
United Scorers: Billy Meredith 87′
Opponent Scorers: Joe Smith 49′


Manchester United 1-4 Arsenal

Date: April 27, 1909
Venue: Bank Street
Result: L
United Scorers: Jimmy Turnbull ??’
Opponent Scorers: Charlie Lewis ??’, Harold Lee ??’, Tom Fitchie ??’, ??’


Manchester United 1-1 Queens Park Rangers

Date: April 27, 1908
Venue: Stamford Bridge
Result: D
United Scorers: Billy Meredith 60′
Opponent Scorers: Frank Cannon 11′


Manchester United 1-0 Chesterfield

Date: April 27, 1901
Venue: Bank Street
Result: W
United Scorers: Thomas Leigh 25′


Manchester United 0-3 Stoke City

Date: April 27, 1895
Venue: Cobridge Stadium
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Joe Schofield 40′, 50′, Jack Farrell 76′


Manchester United 5-2 Birmingham City

Date: April 27, 1893
Venue: Bramall Lane
Result: W
United Scorers: Alf Farman 32′ (pen), 47′, 84′, Joe Cassidy ??’, James Coupar ??’
Opponent Scorers: Frank Mobley 6′, Billy Walton 50′


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