Matheus Cunha was the hero for Manchester United in what was a huge 2-3 win for Michael Carrick's side over Mikel Arteta's Arsenal. Cunha came off the bench and scored in the 87th minute to ensure that United ended the game with 3 points and extended their win streak to 2 after beating Pep Guardiola's Manchester City last week. The other goals were scored by his teammate Patrick Dorgu and Bryan Mbeumo. However, Cunha's joy could soon turn into misery as he's under threat of potentially receiving a punishment.
Manchester United's Cunha at the risk of getting a ban
A report from the Manchester Evening News has claimed that Cunha could face repercussions for what he did after scoring Manchester United's winner in the 87th minute. Cunha’s 87th-minute goal celebration appeared to include explicit language directed toward a TV camera, leading Sky Sports commentator Peter Drury to apologise on air. The incident may have consequences under The Football Association rules, which allow sanctions for offensive language and permit retrospective action if such behaviour is captured and widely broadcast.
Losing Cunha would be a big blow for Manchester United
Manchester United are now on a great run under caretaker boss Michael Carrick, and they must look to extend their winning streak. Thus, any potential ban for Matheus Cunha would be a huge blow for Michael Carrick and United. The Brazilian hasn't started the past 2 previous games for Manchester United, but he's had a huge impact coming on from the bench in both the games as he provided an assist in last week's game against Manchester United in addition to his goal against Arsenal this week.
Michael Carrick had a dream start to his interim managerial stint at Manchester United, and we can see instant improvement in the form of numerous players such as Patrick Dorgu, Bryan Mbeumo, and Matheus Cunha. Thus, it would be absolutely vital for Carrick that he doesn't lose Cunha to a ban as it would drastically affect the current positive flow the team enjoys. United will now have another round of tough fixtures, as they'll be facing the likes of Fulham, Tottenham, and West Ham. After just beating 2 best teams in the Premier League, expectations would be massive on Michael Carrick's side to at least secure 10 of the next possible 12 points in these 3 games. Let's wait and see how the Carrick era at United develops.
