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‘Cunha send me your OPAY’ – Nigeria star reacts after Man United beat Arsenal

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Manchester United defeated Arsenal 3‑2 yesterday at the Emirates Stadium, thanks to goals from Bryan Mbeumo, Patrick Dorgu, and Matheus Cunha…

Super Falcons star Asisat Oshoala took to social media to celebrate Manchester United’s dramatic 3‑2 comeback over Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, Soccernet.ng reports.

Michael Carrick guided the 2012‑13 Premier League champions to their second victory in charge since Ruben Amorim’s departure.

Following last weekend’s win over rivals Manchester City at Old Trafford, United carried their momentum forward with a stunning victory against the league leaders and favourites to win the 2025‑26 Premier League title.

Patrick Dorgu of Manchester United, ManU celebrates his goal to make it 1-2 during the Arsenal vs Manchester United Premier League match. Copyright: David Klein /Sportimage/Imago

Oshoala reacts to Man United’s victory over Arsenal

Oshoala, after the game, tweeted a playful message to United striker Matheus Cunha, writing:

“Cunha, send me your OPAY ….. #ARSMUN #GGMU”

The tweet quickly drew attention from Nigerian sports followers, which reflects Oshoala’s admiration for Cunha’s match-winning performance.

Asisat Oshoala of Nigeria during the 2025 Women s Africa Cup of Nations WAFCON Semi Finals match between Nigeria and South Africa
Asisat Oshoala of Nigeria during the 2025 Women s Africa Cup of Nations WAFCON Semi Finals match between Nigeria and South Africa. Photo by Mansa Ayoola Copyright: IMAGO

Cunha’s Late Strike Seals United’s Comeback

The Premier League clash saw Arsenal take an early lead through an own goal by Lisandro Martínez. United fought back with Bryan Mbeumo’s equaliser and Patrick Dorgu’s first-half strike.

Mikel Merino drew Arsenal level in the 84th minute, but Cunha’s dramatic 87th-minute goal sealed a thrilling 3‑2 victory for the Red Devils.

Matheus Cunha celebrates after winning the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester United. Copyright: Imago

The result ended Arsenal’s unbeaten home run this season and marked United’s first Premier League win at the Emirates since 2017.

The win also tightened the title race, cutting Arsenal’s lead to just four points.

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