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Manchester United secured a 1-1 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday, 20 September 2026, after Matheus Cunha scored a late equaliser.
The match was a relief for United, who entered the game with only one win in their last five Premier League fixtures and were 10 points behind leaders Manchester City.
United fell behind in the second half when Lisandro MartÃnez inadvertently directed a shot into his own net, giving Fulham the opening goal.
Despite a strong start, United struggled to maintain momentum, with their defence showing lapses that allowed Fulham to capitalize on several opportunities.
In the 89th minute, Cunha struck from distance, and his shot was deflected by David Affengruber, giving United the equaliser and salvaging the point.
United’s manager, Michael Carrick, faces mounting pressure after a series of disappointing results, including defeats to Manchester City and Brighton.
Carrying the burden of a poor start to the season, Carrick has publicly stated that he is not concerned about his future at Old Trafford, but the club’s performance has intensified scrutiny.
Following the draw, United will return to the Premier League with a home match against Tottenham Hotspur on 10 October, a game that could be pivotal for the club’s season.
Fulham’s goalkeeper, Sander Lammens,
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