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Manchester United were more clinical in front of goal
Manchester United converted 3 of 6 shots on target. Fulham converted 2 from 6.
Minute 56 changed the game
M. Cunha's goal at 56' proved to be the decisive moment.
Manchester United made better use of the ball
Manchester United had 42% possession and generated 13 shots. Fulham had 58% and created 14.
Manchester United defence held firm
Manchester United faced 14 shots and conceded only 2. Defensive efficiency: 86%.
Manchester United Ride Their Luck in Narrow Victory Over Fulham
In a match that saw VAR controversially deny goals for both sides, Manchester United edged out Fulham 3-2 at Old Trafford. The home side scored first through Casemiro's 19th-minute strike but were pegged back late on by goals from Raúl Jiménez and Kevin.
However, a late winner from substitute Brian Sesko ensured the 3 points stayed in Manchester. The victory was founded on United's ability to create high-quality chances, generating 1.79 expected goals compared to Fulham's 1.94.
Tactically, United's success can be attributed to the influence of Bruno Fernandes, who provided 2 assists and created 4 key passes. The Portuguese maestro was the orchestrator, pulling the strings in the final third and connecting the play between midfield and attack.
In contrast, Fulham's undoing was their profligacy in front of goal. Despite enjoying 58% possession and creating more shots than their opponents, they only managed to get 6 on target. The loss of striker Aleksandar Mitrović to injury before the match proved costly, with replacement Raúl Jiménez failing to fully replicate his impact.
Manchester United defeated Fulham 3–2 at the stadium in Premier League Regular Season - 24. Casemiro (19'), M. Cunha (56'), R. Jimenez (85'), Kevin (90'), B. Sesko (90') scored.
