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Manchester United Seek Redemption at Fulham in Gameweek 2

Strategic Insights

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Manchester United's quest for a maiden win of the season takes them to west London, where they face a Fulham side still reeling from their stunning late equalizer against Brighton last weekend. The Red Devils will be gunning for revenge after Fulham's FA Cup exit at their hands last season, and they'll be hoping to replicate their home-and-away double over the Cottagers from last season.

Fulham, however, will be looking to turn around their season after a dismal start, and Marco Silva's men will be eager to build on their spirited display against Brighton. The match promises to be an exciting one, with both teams eager to get their season back on track.

Key Takeaways:

  • The match between Fulham and Manchester United will take place on Sunday at 4:30 pm as part of the Super Sunday slot.
  • Manchester United are seeking their first win of the season after a disappointing defeat at home to Arsenal in their Premier League opener.
  • Fulham, on the other hand, will be hoping to build on their spirited display against Brighton, where they came back to earn a 1-1 draw thanks to a 97th-minute equalizer from Rodrigo Muniz.
  • Manchester United did manage to complete a home-and-away double over Fulham in last season's Premier League, and they'll be looking to replicate that result on Sunday.
  • Fulham is also without Ryan Sessegnon, who is at risk of missing out due to an injury, while Antonee Robinson is the only definite absence for Marco Silva's side.
  • Manchester United is also dealing with injuries, with Lisandro Martinez, Joshua Zirkzee, and Noussair Mazraoui all unlikely to feature in the match.
  • The match will be available to watch on television via Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League, with the Sky Go app also allowing customers to stream the game.

Statistics:

  • Manchester United has won 5 out of their last 6 meetings against Fulham, with their only loss coming in the FA Cup.
  • Fulham has drawn 2 of their last 3 meetings against Manchester United, with their only defeat coming in the Premier League.
  • The match will be Manchester United's first away game of the season, and they'll be looking to get their traveling form back on track.
  • Fulham, on the other hand, has drawn both their away games so far this season, scoring 2 goals in the process.

Sources:

  • Mirror Sport
  • Sky Sports
  • Premier League

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