Where does Old Trafford thriller rank among best Premier League games?

The latest installment in the Premier League’s rich history of thrilling matches has left fans and pundits alike wondering: where does this one rank among the greatest?
On Monday, Manchester United and Bournemouth served up an eight-goal thriller, with the Cherries coming from behind to secure a memorable 4-4 draw at Old Trafford. The match was described by former Liverpool and England defender Jamie Carragher as “the best game” of the Premier League season so far.

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The match was a rollercoaster ride of emotions, with Manchester United dominating the first half but Bournemouth producing a stunning comeback in the second. The Cherries’ late surge was sparked by Kroupi’s equalizer, which brought the score to 4-4 and secured a point for his team.

Other notable matches

While Monday’s match was an instant classic, it’s not the only thrilling contest in Premier League history. Here are a few other notable matches that come to mind:
– Liverpool 4-3 Newcastle (3 April 1996): This match was a pivotal moment in the title race, with Newcastle blowing a 10-point lead at the top of the table.
– Man City 3-2 QPR (13 May 2012): This match was the most dramatic conclusion to a Premier League title race, with Sergio Aguero scoring twice in stoppage time to secure the title for Manchester City.
– Liverpool 4-4 Arsenal (21 April 2009): This match was another classic encounter between two of English football’s heavyweights, with Andrey Arshavin scoring all four goals for Arsenal.
– Newcastle 4-4 Arsenal (5 February 2011): This match was a stunning comeback by Newcastle, who trailed 4-0 at halftime but scored three goals in the final 20 minutes to earn a draw.
– Man Utd 4-3 Man City (21 September 2009): This match was a classic derby, with Michael Owen scoring the winner deep into stoppage time to give Manchester United a dramatic victory.
– Leeds 4-3 Liverpool (4 November 2000): This match was an incredible win for Leeds, who came back from 2-0 down to win 4-3.
– Crystal Palace 3-3 Liverpool (5 May 2014): This match was a chaotic final 11 minutes, with Liverpool squandering a 3-0 lead to draw 3-3.

Conclusion

While Monday’s match was an instant classic, it’s difficult to say where it ranks among the greatest Premier League games of all time. However, one thing is certain: it was an unforgettable encounter that will be remembered for years to come.

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