After David De Gea saved Bukayo Saka's attempt to bend a shot into the far corner, Tavares pounced in the penalty area.
The goal could offer Tavares some much-needed confidence, as he has come under fire recently.
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Even though Harry Maguire was benched for this game against Arsenal due to recent events and bad performances, his defensive troubles remain as United conceded early on in the match.