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EPL: Man United draw Burnley as Newcastle thrash Sheffield

Manchester United’s push for Europe was dented by Burnley following a 1-1 draw in the Premier League at Old Trafford on Saturday.

United conceded another late goal as Zeki Amdouni’s penalty secured the draw for Burnley.

Antony’s first league goal of the season with 11 minutes left had put United ahead, but self-inflicted errors cost them as Andre Onana gave away a penalty for cleaning out substitute Amdouni after an inexplicably headed back-pass by Casemiro.

Onana was the hero for United in the first half, keeping out Lyle Foster twice when a goal seemed more likely.

However, his error, the second this week, proved fatal to his side’s chances of claiming their first back-to-back league wins since February.

Burnley remain in the relegation zone but Amdouni’s goal in the 87th minute moves them to within two points of safety.

Vincent Kompany’s side will be frustrated they did not take any of their first-half chances with just three games to go.

United failed to cement their grip on sixth as Newcastle moved to within one point of them following a 5-1 win over Sheffield United.

Sheffield United relegated from Premier League

The two sides meet at Old Trafford on May 15 – a game that could decide who qualifies for the Europa League.

Newcastle’s win against Sheffield strengthened their push for European football next season but sent Chris Wilder’s team down to the Championship after just one season in the top flight.

Anel Ahmedhodzic gave the visitors an early lead at St James’ Park but two goals from Alexander Isak either side of a Bruno Guimaraes header turned it around.

An own goal by Ben Osborn deepened the woe for Sheffield and Callum Wilson smashed in a fifth.

Newcastle remain in seventh place but are just one point behind United.

Burnley are two points below Forest, who are just outside the relegation zone, and one point behind Luton Town.

Hwang Hee-chan and Toti Gomes scored as Wolves deepened Luton’s woes with a 2-1 win and Fulham drew 1-1 with Crystal Palace.

Everton host Brentford later on Saturday seeking their fourth win in five games while Aston Villa, chasing a Champions League spot, take on inconsistent Chelsea in the late kick-off.

The Star

Segun Ojo

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