premier league,
Round 5
Fulham
complete
09/20/2026
16:30
Manchester United
will
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place
- Craven’s hut
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Judgment
- Peter Banks
Summary of the Fulham and Manchester United match
Michael Carrick insists there is no sense of crisis at Manchester United after a dismal week in which the team suffered two painful home defeats.
United lost 1-0 to rival Manchester City last Sunday, despite playing most of the match with the majority of players after Phil Foden was sent off in the first half.
This was followed by a 3-2 defeat to Brighton in the UEFA Cup. It was the first time since 1976 that United had lost after leading 2-0 at Old Trafford.
These results have increased the pressure on Carrick, who worked admirably last season to lead United to the Champions League after a period of chaos under Ruben Amorim.
But the former England midfielder called for calm ahead of Sunday’s trip to Fulham.
“We have to set the record straight, it’s not a catastrophe or a catastrophe, it’s not the end of the world. We’re not in a place where we’ve had a long, horrific period of horrific outcomes,” he said.
“We’ve lost two games recently. We feel like we’ve started and been involved in all the games we’ve played, and we’re not really struggling all the time. We’ve done a lot of good things, belief comes from that. The good things we’ve done get lost in the surrounding emotions but they’re not lost on us.”
Carrick was quick to take responsibility for the recent decline in results.
He added: “That’s why I’m here. It’s my responsibility, I’m fine with that. It’s not a blame game. We’re always looking for things to look at and find blame, and sometimes it’s too much.”
“Blame me, no problem, I’ll take responsibility, but it’s not about blaming people. It’s about finding solutions. It’s a completely team thing. It’s about what we’re really focused on. I’m quite happy to take responsibility. That’s okay, it doesn’t bother me. I know where we want to go and we want to get there quickly.”
However, Carrick was quick to dismiss suggestions he needed to show more emotion.
“I need to show more emotion? In what way? What do you want me to show?” It was rough.
Alvaro Arbeloa, Carrick’s counterpart at Fulham, is also under scrutiny, with his side sitting third from bottom in the Premier League, despite picking up their first point last weekend in a goalless draw with Liverpool.
The former Real Madrid coach said: “Every coach in the Premier League is under pressure, the same applies to every coach, not because of what comes from outside, but because you have to be really demanding of yourself.
“All managers, we want to win every weekend and of course when you are a coach of a big team you are always under pressure but it is the same for me because I need to win games. I think both teams will want to win the game on Sunday, so it will be a good battle.”
Premier League table
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position 1, 2, 3, 4: Promotion – Champions League (League Stage)
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position 5: Promotion – Europa League (League Stage)
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position 18, 19, 20: Relegation – Championship
Team news for the Fulham vs. Manchester United match
Fulham will be without Kenny Tite as he undergoes concussion protocols. Veteran midfielder Tom Cairney is unavailable.
Carlos Paleba could make his United debut, likely from the bench, while Luke Shaw struggles to find his fitness. After making changes for the Brighton match, Carrick will recall his senior players, including captain Bruno Fernandes.
Matthijs de Ligt, Amad Diallo and Manuel Ugarte are still on the sidelines.
The expected lineup for the Fulham match against Manchester United
Fulham: Leno; Castagne, Affengruber, Bassi, Robinson; Berg, Iwobi, Charles, Pope, King; Garcia
Manchester United: Lamins; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Dorgo; Tielemans, Maino, Mbeumo, Fernandes, Cunha, Cisco
Latest form and statistics for Fulham vs. Manchester United
- Manchester United squandered a two-goal lead at home to Brighton in the UEFA Cup in midweek. It was the first time since 1976 that the Red Devils blew a two-goal lead to lose at Old Trafford.
- United have lost just once in their last 21 Premier League meetings with Fulham, a 2-1 loss at Old Trafford in February 2024.
- Fulham are winless in their last 10 Premier League home matches against United (D2 L8) since winning two successive matches against them at Craven Cottage in 2009.
- Fulham’s attack has been toothless in 2026. Fulham failed to score in 10 Premier League matches in 2026, more than any other team.
Where to watch Fulham and Manchester United: TV and online broadcast
Kick-off is at 4.30pm GMT on Sunday at Craven Cottage. The match is live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. You can stream it on the Sky Go app.
Global broadcast details can be found at premierleague.com.
Predict the result of the Fulham and Manchester United match
It’s unlikely to be much, but United have more players who can produce moments of magic.
Expect Fernandes or Marcus Rashford to be the winner of the match.
Fulham
0 – 1
Manchester United
