Manchester United History: 04 May

Manchester United 0-1 Brighton

Date: May 04, 2023
Venue: Amex Stadium
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Alexis Mac Allister 90’+9 (pen)

On May 4, 2023, at the Amex Stadium, a tense encounter concluded with a dramatic late penalty by Alexis Mac Allister in the 99th minute, sealing a 1-0 victory for Brighton over Manchester United, whose defensive resilience was notably highlighted by David De Gea’s sharp saves, yet ultimately insufficient to thwart the last-minute loss.


Manchester United 0-1 Brighton

Date: May 04, 2018
Venue: Amex Stadium
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Pascal Gross 57′

On May 4, 2018, at the Amex Stadium, Brighton earned a surprising 1-0 victory over Manchester United, thanks to Pascal Gross’s decisive header in the 57th minute, despite the Red Devils’ attempts to respond, with standout performances from Brighton’s resolute defense frustrating United’s efforts.


Manchester United 1-0 Celta Vigo

Date: May 04, 2017
Venue: Estadio Municipal de Balaidos
Result: W
United Scorers: Marcus Rashford 67′
On May 4, 2017, at Estadio Municipal de Balaidos, Manchester United secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Celta Vigo in the Europa League semi-final first leg, thanks to Marcus Rashford’s sublime 67th-minute free-kick, showcasing standout performances from goalkeeper Sergio Romero, who preserved the clean sheet with key saves, and Rashford, whose relentless energy and skill were pivotal throughout the match.


Manchester United 4-1 Schalke 04

Date: May 04, 2011
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Antonio Valencia 26′, Darron Gibson 31′, Olivera Anderson 72′, 76′
Opponent Scorers: Manuel Jurado 35′

On May 4, 2011, at Old Trafford, Manchester United triumphed 4-1 over Schalke 04, with Antonio Valencia opening the scoring in the 26th minute, Darron Gibson doubling the lead five minutes later, and Olivera Anderson netting a pivotal brace in the second half, overshadowing Manuel Jurado’s 35th-minute response, securing United’s spot in the Champions League Final thanks to standout performances from their attacking lineup.


Manchester United 3-0 Leeds United

Date: May 04, 1998
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Ryan Giggs 6′, Denis Irwin 31′ (pen), David Beckham 59′
On May 4, 1998, at Old Trafford, Manchester United delivered a commanding 3-0 victory over Leeds United, with Ryan Giggs opening the scoring in the 6th minute, Denis Irwin converting a penalty in the 31st, and David Beckham sealing the win with a stunning strike in the 59th, all contributing to a decisive performance that thrilled the home crowd.


Manchester United 2-0 Southampton

Date: May 04, 1994
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Andrei Kanchelskis 60′, Mark Hughes 89′
On May 4, 1994, at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured a 2-0 victory over Southampton, with Andrei Kanchelskis breaking the deadlock in the 60th minute and Mark Hughes sealing the win with an 89th-minute goal, showcasing United’s resilience and attacking prowess in a confident performance.


Manchester United 1-0 Manchester City

Date: May 04, 1991
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Ryan Giggs 22′
On May 4, 1991, at Old Trafford, a youthful Ryan Giggs scored his first league goal for Manchester United in the 22nd minute, securing a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Manchester City in a tense derby, where his electrifying pace and skill provided a glimpse of the legendary career that lay ahead.


Manchester United 0-4 Tottenham Hotspur

Date: May 04, 1987
Venue: White Hart Lane
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: Mitchell Thomas 30′, 63′, Clive Allen 47′ (pen) Paul Allen 74′

On May 4, 1987, at White Hart Lane, Tottenham Hotspur delivered a commanding 4-0 victory over Manchester United, marked by Mitchell Thomas’s standout performance with goals in the 30th and 63rd minutes, alongside Clive Allen’s penalty strike in the 47th and Paul Allen’s clincher in the 74th, leaving United struggling to find form or response.


Manchester United 1-0 Norwich City

Date: May 04, 1985
Venue: Carrow Road
Result: W
United Scorers: Kevin Moran 34′

On May 4, 1985, at Carrow Road, Manchester United secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Norwich City, thanks to Kevin Moran’s decisive goal in the 34th minute, highlighting a resilient defensive performance to maintain the clean sheet.


Manchester United 2-0 Manchester City

Date: May 04, 1976
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Gordon Hill 48′, Sammy McIlroy 52′

On May 4, 1976, Manchester United triumphed over rivals Manchester City 2-0 at Old Trafford, with Gordon Hill breaking the deadlock in the 48th minute and Sammy McIlroy doubling the lead shortly after in the 52nd minute, sealing the victory in an intense and memorable derby.


Manchester United 6-0 Newcastle United

Date: May 04, 1968
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Brian Kidd 10′, 60′, George Best 23′, 27′ (pen), 55′ (pen), David Sadler 65′


Manchester United 3-3 West Bromwich Albion

Date: May 04, 1966
Venue: The Hawthorns
Result: D
United Scorers: David Herd 27′, John Aston Jnr 49′, Tony Dunne 70′
Opponent Scorers: Clive Clark 30′, Graham Lovett 55′, John Kaye 88′


Manchester United 1-0 Burnley

Date: May 04, 1963
Venue: Turf Moor
Result: W
United Scorers: Denis Law 69′


Manchester United 1-2 Aston Villa

Date: May 04, 1957
Venue: Wembley
Result: L
United Scorers: Tommy Taylor 83′
Opponent Scorers: Peter McParland 68′, 73′


Manchester United 3-2 Sheffield United

Date: May 04, 1949
Venue: Maine Road
Result: W
United Scorers: Charlie Mitten 47′, Stan Pearson 67′, John Downie 83′
Opponent Scorers: George Jones 15′, Dennis Thompson 16′


Manchester United 2-0 Plymouth Argyle

Date: May 04, 1935
Venue: Home Park
Result: W
United Scorers: Harry Rowley 1′, Thomas Bamford 60′


Manchester United 0-0 Portsmouth

Date: May 04, 1929
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded


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