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Carrick's Job on the Line? Man Utd Seek Solace
20 Sep
Summary
- Manchester United faces Fulham after two consecutive defeats.
- Both teams exhibit defensive frailties with seven goals conceded.
- Manchester United has a strong historical record at Craven Cottage.
Manchester United aims to achieve a morale-boosting win at Fulham this Sunday, heading into the international break on a positive note. The team has faced consecutive losses, most recently suffering a humiliating 3-2 collapse against Brighton in the Carabao Cup.
Manager Michael Carrick's position is under scrutiny following a stuttering start to the campaign. Despite a positive interim spell, familiar issues have resurfaced, impacting performances. United has secured only four points in their opening Premier League matches.
Fulham, also struggling for points, recently ended a three-game losing streak with a draw against Liverpool. However, Álvaro Arbeloa's side also shows defensive weaknesses, having allowed 7.5 expected goals compared to United's 5.2.
Historically, Manchester United has a strong record at Craven Cottage, winning eight of their last nine visits. Despite recent results, United's underlying attacking metrics remain robust, indicating potential for a strong performance.
The predicted score for the match is Fulham 1-2 Man Utd. Key players like Luke Shaw and Carlos Baleba might return for United, while Fulham has confirmed absences due to injury. The match is scheduled for Sunday, September 20, at 4:30 p.m. BST.
