Manchester United 1-1 Burnley: Red Devils held at home by relegation-threatened Clarets

Burnley's fight for survival was given a significant lift by securing a draw at Old Trafford, as Zeki Amdouni's late penalty helped the Clarets earn a vital point that brings Vincent Kompany's side closer to pulling off a great escape.

Adrift of safety and aware that Nottingham Forest and Luton will face fellow basement dwellers next weekend, Burnley realistically required a positive result at Old Trafford to boost their survival chances.

Their hopes were nearly dashed early on when Alejandro Garnacho had a chance at the far post, but his shot sailed harmlessly over the crossbar.

Manchester United dominated the opening stages, coming close again when Antony's effort narrowly missed the target.

A United goal seemed imminent as Bruno Fernandes hit the post midway through the first half.

Burnley responded with Wilson Odobert and Lyle Foster testing Andre Onana, who made crucial saves.

Despite Burnley's late first-half pressure, they couldn't convert their chances, with Onana denying Foster.

The Clarets' missed opportunities almost cost them early in the second half, but Arijanet Muric made a crucial save to deny Antony.

As the game progressed, both teams desperately needed a win for different reasons.

United looked more likely to score, but Muric continued to make important saves, including denying Garnacho.

Muric's defeat seemed inevitable, and it was confirmed just over 10 minutes before the end. Antony intercepted Sander Berge's pass, ran towards the goal, and scored effortlessly.

Despite this setback, Onana's reckless challenge on Amdouni gave the Swiss player the opportunity to equalize from the penalty spot, which he successfully converted.

This goal secured a well-deserved point for the Clarets in their crucial fight against relegation and also hindered United's chances of finishing in the top six.