Rooney memories, Lingard drama, savior De Gea: Three unforgettable West Ham vs Man United classics

Manchester United will face West Ham United in the Premier League today.

Both teams are in great form and are aiming to finish the season on a high after a turbulent start.

The Red Devils have been very sharp in the final third but still two West Ham forwards were able to make their way into our combined XI.

With excitement building ahead of kick-off, it is the perfect time to revisit some of the most thrilling clashes between these two rivals.

West Ham 2-4 Man United, April 2011

The Hammers found themselves in dreamland when Mark Noble scored twice in the first half, giving their supporters hope of staying in the English top flight.

Champions always find a way out, and it is what United did that afternoon.

Wayne Rooney scored a sensational hat-trick that completely flipped the mood inside the ground.

It was a spell of 14 minutes that completely changed the narrative of the game, before Javier Hernandez scored the fourth goal to wrap up a special victory.

West Ham 3-5 Man United, March 2002

The build-up to this clash was filled with talk of whether United could keep pace in a fiercely competitive title race.

The visitors twice came from behind to take the game 2-2 at the break.

Second half goals from Paul Scholes and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer swung momentum firmly back in United’s favour.

The drama was not over yet as West Ham ace Jermain Defoe struck to reduce the deficit, but David Beckham rose to the occasion to convert an 89th-minute spot kick.

West Ham 1-2 Man United, September 2021

This game has special importance as it was United’s last victory at the London Stadium.

Said Benrahma gave West Ham a lead but it was cancelled out by Cristiano Ronaldo.

Jesse Lingard came off the bench and curled a stunning solo goal into the top corner in the 89th minute.

The England international enjoyed a successful spell on loan in East London, but West Ham were unable to sign him on a permanent deal.

The game looked destined for a dramatic finish after the referee awarded a spot kick to the host deep into stoppage time.

Club captain Noble was brought on to take the penalty, but David de Gea won the game with a magnificent diving save.

Article written by Sanidhya Bhardwaj .