Benjamin Sesko’s second-half strike helped Manchester United beat Everton at the Hill Dickinson Stadium to extend their unbeaten run to six matches.
Manchester United came into the match eager to get back to winning form and sustain the growing optimism under Michael Carrick, following last week’s draw against West Ham.
Everton, meanwhile, had recorded just two victories in their previous eight outings. They were on the verge of claiming a valuable point until a slick, flowing United move in the 71st minute ended with Benjamin Sesko finding the back of the net.
The opening stages saw Manchester United control much of the ball, probing patiently for openings while Everton defended in a low block and looked to hit on the break.
Neither side carved a clear big chance in the first half, and the teams went into the break level at 0–0 after an even first 45 minutes. Big chances were few and far between, with both attacking lines struggling to overwhelm the opposing team’s defence.
United eventually broke the deadlock in the 72nd minute. Substitute Benjamin Sesko ran several yards into space after Matheus Cunha released Bryan Mbuemo on the right flank. The Cameroon international teed up Sesko, who finished with composure past Jordan Pickford to make it 1–0.
The hosts pushed for a response in the closing stages, but United’s defence stood firm and dealt well with crosses and set-pieces as the clock ticked down.