Manchester United History: 22 May

Manchester United 0-1 Crystal Palace

Date: May 22, 2022
Venue: Selhurst Park
Result: L
United Scorers: No scorers recorded
Opponent Scorers: *Wilfried Zaha 37′

On May 22, 2022, at Selhurst Park, Manchester United suffered a narrow 0-1 defeat to Crystal Palace, with Wilfried Zaha’s decisive strike in the 37th minute and a solid defensive display from Palace denying United a chance to find the net, despite their persistent attacks.


Manchester United 4-2 Blackpool

Date: May 22, 2011
Venue: Old Trafford
Result: W
United Scorers: Ji-Sung Park 21′, Olivera Anderson 62′, Ian Evatt 74′ (o.g.), Michael Owen 81′
Opponent Scorers: Charlie Adam 40′, Gary Taylor-Fletcher 57′

On a thrilling afternoon at Old Trafford on May 22, 2011, Manchester United celebrated their Premier League triumph with a 4-2 victory over Blackpool, as Ji-Sung Park opened the scoring, Charlie Adam and Gary Taylor-Fletcher briefly sparked hope for the visitors, but United sealed their 19th title with goals from Olivera Anderson, Ian Evatt’s own goal, and a late strike by Michael Owen, ensuring the coastal team’s relegation amid an electrifying atmosphere.


Manchester United 3-0 Millwall

Date: May 22, 2004
Venue: Millennium Stadium
Result: W
United Scorers: Cristiano Ronaldo 44′, Ruud van Nistelrooy 65′ (pen), 81′
On May 22, 2004, at the Millennium Stadium, Manchester United triumphed 3-0 over Millwall in the FA Cup Final, highlighted by Cristiano Ronaldo’s opening goal just before halftime and Ruud van Nistelrooy’s clinical second-half brace, including a penalty, showcasing dominant performances that secured United the victory.


Manchester United 2-0 Newcastle United

Date: May 22, 1999
Venue: Wembley
Result: W
United Scorers: Teddy Sheringham 11′, Paul Scholes 52′
On May 22, 1999, at Wembley, Manchester United clinched the FA Cup with a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United, as Teddy Sheringham struck early in the 11th minute and Paul Scholes doubled the lead in the 52nd, showcasing dominant performances from both scorers and securing a crucial step towards their historic treble.


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