Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes missed a crucial penalty in their 1-1 draw with Fulham at Craven Cottage. The Portuguese midfielder, who was also involved in a contentious incident on the pitch, sent his first-half spot kick soaring over the bar.
The match saw Fulham equalize through Emile Smith Rowe, who pounced on an Alex Iwobi cross from the touchline. The draw marked a rare glimmer of hope for United, who have been struggling to find their footing this season.
Meanwhile, Manchester United’s goalkeeping situation remains uncertain due to several factors, including Senne Lammens’ departure and Altay Bayindir’s recent performances. Despite some encouraging moments, Bayindir was also criticized for his struggles with corners.
In contrast, Fulham’s goalkeeper Bernd Leno looked solid throughout the match, with the German international displaying both good and shaky moments. The London side will welcome a win in their next Premier League match against Brighton, while Manchester United face League Two team Grimsby in the Carabao Cup second round.
The draw has raised questions about Fernandes’ fitness for his club’s next matches, with Silva looking forward to assessing his player’s readiness over the international break. With Fulham still searching for their first win of the season, they will need to address several issues before the window closes.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/live/c1kzggl92lpt