Manchester United vs Tottenham Stats: Head-to-Head Record Before October 2026 Match
Manchester United host Tottenham at Old Trafford in the Premier League on 10 October 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 16:30 UTC. The fixture is part of the 2026 Premier League Regular Season (Round 6) and takes place in Manchester, where Manchester United will look to use home advantage in front of their own fans.
In the league table, Manchester United sit 12th with 5 points from 5 matches, a neutral goal difference and a mixed record of 1 win, 2 draws and 2 defeats. Tottenham arrive under much greater pressure, bottom of the table in 20th with 2 points, no wins and a goal difference of -6. With those stakes, this clash carries significant weight for both teams, and Manchester United vs Tottenham stats from previous meetings will be closely scrutinised as a guide to what might unfold at Old Trafford.
Head-to-head record
The record shows a competitive but slightly Manchester United-leaning matchup across the most recent meetings provided.
- Previous meetings: 5
- Manchester United wins: 1
- Draws: 1
- Tottenham wins: 3
Manchester United vs Tottenham Timeline & Historical Context
The Manchester United vs Tottenham timeline in the supplied data spans high-stakes domestic and European fixtures, with momentum swinging between the sides. The earliest match in this sequence came in the League Cup Quarter-finals on 19 December 2024 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, where Tottenham edged a seven-goal thriller, winning 4-3 after leading 1-0 at half-time. That cup tie underlined Tottenham’s attacking threat at home and set the tone for several tight contests.
The rivalry then moved into the Premier League. On 16 February 2025, again at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the Premier League Regular Season (Round 25, season 2024), Tottenham beat Manchester United 1-0, having also led 1-0 at the break. That result reinforced Tottenham’s ability to protect a narrow advantage in front of their own supporters. The stakes rose further on 21 May 2025, when the clubs met in the UEFA Europa League Final at San Mamés Barria in Bilbao. Tottenham, designated as the home team, prevailed 1-0 after a 1-0 half-time lead, securing European silverware and dealing Manchester United a significant blow on a neutral stage.
Momentum shifted in the 2025–2026 Premier League campaign. On 8 November 2025 in Regular Season Round 11 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Tottenham and Manchester United drew 2-2. Manchester United led 1-0 at half-time, but Tottenham fought back to share the points in another open game. The most recent chapter came on 7 February 2026 at Old Trafford in Premier League Regular Season Round 25, where Manchester United produced a strong home performance, beating Tottenham 2-0 after leading 1-0 at half-time. That victory marked a response to Tottenham’s earlier successes and is the most relevant reference point heading into the upcoming Old Trafford fixture.
Manchester United vs Tottenham Head to Head Overall Breakdown
The overall Manchester United vs Tottenham stats across these five competitive fixtures highlight a narrow goal edge for Tottenham and a pattern of generally close scorelines.
Overall Record & Goals:
- Total Goals Scored: Manchester United 7 - 9 Tottenham
- Average Goals per Match: Manchester United 1.40 vs Tottenham 1.80
Venue Split Performance:
- At Old Trafford: 2 matches played here — Manchester United won 1 (as home side), Tottenham won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
- At Tottenham Hotspur Stadium: 3 matches played here — Tottenham won 2 (as home side), Manchester United won 0 (as away side), 1 draw
Manchester United vs Tottenham Last Results: Past Direct Meetings
Here are the Manchester United vs Tottenham last results in recent competitive fixtures:
- 7 February 2026: Manchester United 2-0 Tottenham (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League Regular Season - 25
- 8 November 2025: Tottenham 2-2 Manchester United (Half-time: 0-1) – Premier League Regular Season - 11
- 21 May 2025: Tottenham 1-0 Manchester United (Half-time: 1-0) – UEFA Europa League Final
- 16 February 2025: Tottenham 1-0 Manchester United (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League Regular Season - 25
- 19 December 2024: Tottenham 4-3 Manchester United (Half-time: 1-0) – League Cup Quarter-finals
Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown
Last 5 Manchester United Matches Results and Stats
Manchester United’s recent Premier League form in the 2026 season to date is inconsistent but shows attacking potential. Across 5 league matches they have scored 8 goals and conceded 8, with their form line reading LWDLD. At home they have been more productive, scoring 5 and conceding 3 in 2 fixtures, while away matches have been tighter and less successful. They have yet to keep a clean sheet and have failed to score in 2 of their 5 outings, underlining both their openness and occasional lack of cutting edge.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 2, Lose 2
Last 5 Tottenham Matches Results and Stats
Tottenham’s season to date in the 2026 Premier League has been notably more difficult. Their form line of LLDDL reflects 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 defeats from 5 matches. They have scored only 2 goals and conceded 8, averaging just 0.4 goals scored per game. At home they have 2 goals for and 5 against in 3 matches, while away they have yet to score, with 0 goals for and 3 conceded in 2 games. Two clean sheets show they can be compact at times, but failing to score in 4 of 5 matches is a major concern heading into Old Trafford.
- Recent Results Summary: Win 0, Draw 2, Lose 3
Historical Statistical Verdict
Across the available head-to-head record, Tottenham hold a slight edge in wins and total goals, helped by strong performances at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and a pivotal UEFA Europa League Final success. However, the venue split is important: Manchester United are unbeaten in the two Old Trafford meetings in this dataset, with one win and one draw, and they won the most recent clash 2-0 at home. Current league form further tilts the balance toward the hosts. Manchester United have been inconsistent but reasonably productive in attack, while Tottenham have struggled badly in front of goal and sit bottom of the table. Overall, history points to a competitive fixture, but the combination of Old Trafford advantage, recent Manchester United vs Tottenham stats at this venue, and Tottenham’s early-season struggles suggest the statistical trends lean slightly toward Manchester United ahead of this Premier League encounter.
Manchester United vs Tottenham H2H Statistics updated on 5 October 2026.
