Manchester United vs Fulham, Premier League Begins!
Just a day left for the best league in the world to begin. Lots of excitement in the air as it kicks off Friday night at the Old Trafford as the Red Devils welcome West Londoners, Fulham FC.
After the thrills and tensions the 2023/24 season served the viewers, more of those are to be felt this coming season.
The first match-up is between Manchester United and Fulham FC.
History
Manchester United and Fulham FC have played against each other 91 times in all competitions. The Red Devils have won 56 games, 20 games have ended in a draw, and Fulham have 20 wins.
Manchester United unsurprisingly leads the head-to-head record against Fulham. A 1-1 draw was played out when these two sides first met in October 1922. In the first six games between the two teams, four ended in a draw scoreline.
Obviously, the Premier League era has been totally been dominated by United. However, the 20-time winners have won 24 of their 34 games with Fulham in the league, losing just 4 games in all.
Shockingly, the West London side were winners during their last meeting in the league in February 2024. Fulham recorded a dramatic 2-1 win at Old Trafford. The win was the Cottagers first league win over the Manchester outfit since December 2009. That was just there second Premier League win at the Red Devils home in all-time.
Manchester United will surely be the favourites ahead of the Kick-off on Friday. The side has won 4 of the last 5 games between the two teams in all competitions.
Meanwhile, Manchester United have won only one game out of their last 3 home games against Fulham. That’s a big concern for the Red Devils. They recorded a loss last season and a draw in May 2021.
If Fulham gets a win, they would make it 2 consecutive wins over United in the league for the first time ever since December 2009.
Players To Watch
We have picked the 2 Manchester United and 2 Fulham players to watch out for during the game.
Manchester United
1) Amad Diallo
The rising star found a run of playing time for the first time in his United career and he was a standout performer in those games. An FA Cup goal against Liverpool. a goal in the league against Newcastle, and his top skills were on full display.
The Ivorian would be one to watch out for as the Red Devils begin their season on Friday.
2) Alejandro Garnacho
Another rising star in the squad, Alejandro Garnacho, has performed impressively since he was promoted from the club’s academy. His blistering pace and set of skills have proven to be a handful even for the best of defenders.
Manchester United would hope he leads his side to a great season as they compete for 4 titles throughout. The Argentine would want to build on his Community Shield final goal with another massive contribution on Friday.
Fulham FC
1) Emile Smith Rowe
The new signing from Arsenal has brought a lot of excitement around the Fulham faithfuls and his good performances in preseason have contributed massively. The Hale-End product is set to represent the Cottagers this coming season.
A debut game for him on Friday is definitely on the cards as they would want to start with their best weapons. He would have to continue his preseason form on Friday at Old Trafford for his side to stand a chance of winning.
2) Rodrigo Muniz
The Brazilian forward recorded 9 goals for the Cottagers in the Premier League last season. He seems to be replacing the void left by the departure of star striker Aleksandar Mitrovic.
He lit up the league with his skills and goals during the 2023/24 season and he is tipped to replicate that form starting with the game against United.
Manchester United vs Fulham, Premier League Begins!
This game promises to be exciting and enthralling as we mark the beginning of the 2024/25 Premier League season
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