Former Manchester United captain, Harry Maguire wrote his name into the history book of the English Premier League.
Maguire scored an equalising goal at the stroke of half-time which ensured the Red Devils went into the break 1-1 after receiving an early scare from Sheffield’s Jayden Bogle who put the visitors ahead in the game.
What Premier League history did Maguire create with his goal?
Maguire’s goal was the 1085th in this Premier League season, surpassing the 1084 goals scored in the 2022/23 season. Maguire’s goal ensured that the 2023-24 season became the highest-scoring year in a 20-team league. The goal scored so far this season stood 1092 goals as of Wednesday, April 24, 2024, with 45 matches remaining.
Manchester United won the match 4-2 with Bruno Fernandes showing why he is one of the best players on the team. The Portugal international leveled the scores to 2-2 with a 61st-minute penalty, he also scored a left-footed stunner from a distance to put the hosts 3-2 ahead and expertly assisted Rasmus Hojlund moments after his 81st-minute goal.
