Matthijs de Ligt rescued Manchester United with a 96th-minute header to snatch a 2-2 draw against Tottenham Hotspur in a pulsating Premier League encounter in north London on Saturday.

The match, a replay of last season’s Europa League final, seemed destined for a Tottenham win after Richarlison struck in stoppage time. However, De Ligt’s last-gasp finish ensured United extended their unbeaten streak to five games.

Bryan Mbeumo gave United the lead in the 32nd minute, heading in from Amad Diallo’s clever cross on the right, silencing the home crowd and leaving Spurs supporters frustrated at halftime.

Tottenham responded in the second half, with substitute Mathys Tel equalising in the 84th minute, firing a precise finish into the top corner from Destiny Udogie’s delivery.

In injury time, Richarlison appeared to have won it for Spurs by converting Wilson Odobert’s attempt past United keeper Senne Lammens. But De Ligt met Bruno Fernandes’ corner with a powerful header, snatching a dramatic point and denying Tottenham a crucial home victory.

The draw leaves Spurs still seeking their first home league win since August, while United continue to impress under Ruben Amorim’s guidance.