Manchester United 0-0 Arsenal
Date: May 16, 2009
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: D
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
On May 16, 2009, at Old Trafford, Manchester United secured their third consecutive Premier League title with a 0-0 draw against Arsenal, as the defensive solidity of Nemanja Vidić shone brightly, ensuring the solitary point needed for Sir Alex Ferguson’s side to clinch the championship.
Manchester United 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur
Date: May 16, 1999
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: David Beckham 43′, Andrew Cole 48′
Opponent Scorers: Les Ferdinand 26′
On May 16, 1999, at Old Trafford, Manchester United clinched the Premier League title with a thrilling 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, as goals from David Beckham and Andrew Cole overturned Les Ferdinand’s opening strike, setting the stage for their historic Treble triumph.
Manchester United 0-2 Nottingham Forest
Date: May 16, 1984
Venue: City Ground, Nottingham
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: *Garry Birtles 34′, *Viv Anderson 47′
On May 16, 1984, at the City Ground, Nottingham, Manchester United fell 0-2 to Nottingham Forest, with key goals from Garry Birtles in the 34th minute and Viv Anderson shortly after halftime, cementing Forest’s dominance as they outplayed United with notable performances that underscored their strategic prowess.
Manchester United 1-1 Chelsea
Date: May 16, 1979
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: D
United Scorers: Steve Coppell 7′
Opponent Scorers: Gary Johnson 21′
On a lively evening at Old Trafford on May 16, 1979, Manchester United drew 1-1 with Chelsea as Steve Coppell’s early 7th-minute goal was canceled out by Gary Johnson’s equalizer in the 21st minute, in a match highlighted by spirited performances from both sides, particularly by Coppell who consistently threatened Chelsea’s defense.
Manchester United 2-4 West Ham United
Date: May 16, 1977
Venue: Boleyn Ground
Result: L
United Scorers: Gordon Hill 1′, Stuart Pearson 65′
Opponent Scorers: Frank Lampard Snr 30′, Geoff Pike 52′, Bryan “Pop” Robson 60′, 75′
On May 16, 1977, at the Boleyn Ground, Manchester United fell 2-4 to West Ham United, despite an explosive start with Gordon Hill scoring in the first minute and Stuart Pearson finding the net in the 65th; the Hammers retaliated with goals by Frank Lampard Snr, Geoff Pike, and Bryan “Pop” Robson, who struck twice, dominating the second half and sealing a comfortable victory.
