Calum Chambers’ stoppage-time goal ensured Manchester United wouldn’t fly home from their pre-season tour with a perfect record.
After thrashing Liverpool, Melbourne Victory and Crystal Palace, the Red Devils were minutes away from victory over Aston Villa in Perth. Having led 2-0 Erik ten Hag’s side were in full control, but conceded twice after the break, including Chambers’ late, late show.
It was a minor blot on what has been an encouraging start to Ten Hag’s tenure as United boss. Having come in following the club’s worst ever Premier League campaign, any shoots of positivity were likely to be clung on to, but there have been real causes for early optimism.
