August 31 2026: United’s comeback, own goal drama and transfer frenzy

Manchester United's dramatic opening win

United turned a 2-0 deficit into a 5-2 triumph over Ipswich Town at Old Trafford. Bruno Fernandes netted a hat-trick, earning Ellen White’s “unbelievable” praise.

3 goals from Fernandes, 2 assists, and a late penalty sealed the comeback.

Controversial own goal

The match ended with a bizarre decision: a handball by Harry Maguire was ruled a Jacob Greaves own goal.

“It was a loophole that shouldn’t exist,” Ellen White argued on Match of the Day.

Transfer buzz on the final day of the window

Spurs have turned their attention to Christian Pulisic, hoping to add the American star to a revamped attack. Liverpool and Everton are circling Stuttgart winger Jamie Leweling, while Crystal Palace fight to retain Dean Henderson after Nottingham Forest’s bid.

Club	Target	Interest Level
Tottenham	Christian Pulisic	High
Liverpool	Jamie Leweling	Medium
Everton	Jamie Leweling	Medium
Crystal Palace	Dean Henderson	High

What the day means for the new season

United’s win sets a tone of attacking intent, while the transfer chatter hints at a summer that could reshape the Premier League hierarchy before the first league weekend.