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West Ham’s Late Drama
In a thrilling finish at the London Stadium, West Ham United secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Manchester United, thanks to a controversial penalty awarded in the dying moments of the match. Jarrod Bowen stepped up to the spot and converted, sealing the win and inadvertently triggering a managerial shake-up at Old Trafford.
Ten Hag’s Tenure Cut Short
The fallout from this defeat was swift, with Erik ten Hag being sacked the very next morning. Manchester United now finds itself in a precarious position, languishing in 14th place in the Premier League, marking the club’s worst start to a season in history.
A Special Curse
Bowen has now etched his name into an exclusive club of players who have played a pivotal role in the dismissal of three different managers. His goals have led to the exits of Bruno Lage at Wolves, Frank Lampard at Everton, and now Ten Hag at Manchester United. This uncanny knack for scoring at the right moment has made him a player to watch, albeit for all the wrong reasons for managers.
Joining an Elite Group
Bowen’s remarkable feat places him alongside seven other players who have scored in the final matches of three different managers. Among them are notable names like Chris Wood, Riyad Mahrez, and Sadio Mane. With only Bowen and Wood still active in the Premier League, there’s potential for more managerial casualties.
Chasing the Record
Bowen is now eyeing the records held by James Ward-Prowse and Andy Cole, whose goals have been the last straw for four and five coaches, respectively. Ward-Prowse’s strikes have led to the dismissals of managers like Claudio Ranieri and Antonio Conte, while Cole has been a harbinger of change at multiple clubs, including Newcastle and Spurs.
What’s Next for Manchester United?
As Manchester United searches for a new manager, the pressure is on to turn their season around. For Bowen, the spotlight remains firmly on him as he continues to haunt managers across the league. Will he add more names to his growing list of managerial casualties? Only time will tell.
