Sub Cavani bags brace as United storm back

SUPERSUB Edinson Cavani inspired Manchester United to a stunning 3-2 comeback win at the death against Southampton.

Jan Bednarek’s header and a fine James Ward-Prowse freekick had Saints dreaming of a first home league win against the Red Devils since 2003.

But Ralph Hasenhuttl’s men squandered their two-goal lead as half-time introduction Cavani turned the match on its head, setting up Bruno Fernandes before netting a brace to secure a sensational late triumph.

It was the 10th time that United had come from behind to beat Southampton in Premier League history – a victory that propelled them up the standings and continued their 100 per cent start to life on the road.

Tottenham regained top spot in the Premier League after a goalless draw against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

Chelsea’s Timo Werner had the ball in the net in the first half but the flag was correctly raised for offside.

Frank Lampard’s side continued to be the ones pushing for a winner after the break but Spurs kept them out.

Liverpool’s 1-1 draw at Brighton was marked by controversy over VAR.

Brighton’s Pascal Gross levelled from the penalty spot in stoppage time, cancelling out Diogo Jota’s goal on the hour mark.

Neal Maupay had already missed one penalty for Brighton when Stuart Attwell pointed to the spot following a review late on, having decided Andy Robertson made sufficient contact on Danny Welbeck.

Liverpool had two goals ruled out for offside thanks to the interventions of VAR, with captain Jordan Henderson and vicecaptain James Milner leading the complaints after the game.

Manchester City put their goalscoring troubles behind them as the visit of Burnley ended in its customary fashion – a 5-0 win to Pep Guardiola’s side.

It was the fourth time in a row that City have beaten Burnley 5-0 at home in the league. Riyad Mahrez netted his first hat-trick in City colours.

There was also a first Premier League goal for Ferran Torres, with Benjamin Mendy also on the scoresheet.

Raphinha’s first Premier League goal handed Leeds a 1-0 victory at Goodison Park as Everton lost for a fourth time in five games.

Conor Gallagher’s early goal was enough to give West Brom victory over Sheffield United in the battle at the bottom.