Manchester United 2 Aston Villa 2 : Iroegbunam enters game as sub in four-goal thriller

In Erik ten Hag's fourth pre-season game in charge of Manchester United, the Red Devils surrendered a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 with Premier League rivals Aston Villa at the Optus Stadium (Perth) on Saturday afternoon.

2022 European U19 Championship winner with England this summer, Tim Iroegbunam, entered the game as a substitute for the Lions in the 64th minute, replacing Diego Carlos.

Manchester United winger Shola Shoretire and another England U19 star in Carney Chukwuemeka were left out of the traveling party to Australia amid speculation surrounding their future.

Iroegbunam didn't look out of place in 26 minutes of action with the central midfielder showcasing his tackling qualities.
 

Manchester United were two goals to the good at halftime thanks to Jadon Sancho's brilliant volley at the back post before an own goal from Matty Cash doubled the advantage.

Second half substitute Leon Bailey made an instant impact after coming off the bench as the Jamaican halved the deficit with a brilliant solo goal in the 49th minute before setting up the equaliser for Calum Chambers, who rose highest to head home in the third minute of stoppage time.

Iroegbunam was a non-playing substitute in the 1-0 win versus Leeds United and made his first pre-season appearance against Brisbane Roar three days ago.

Ifeanyi Emmanuel

Photo Credit : avfc.co.uk

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