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Late goal from Cunha secures draw for Manchester United against Fulham
Matheus Cunha's deflected shot in stoppage time powers Manchester United to a draw, keeping Fulham winless. The late equalizer means Fulham misses the chance for their first league victory this season.
10/14/2026, 4:45:55 AM
In a thrilling encounter at Old Trafford, Manchester United managed to secure a late point against Fulham, thanks to a deflected strike from Matheus Cunha in the dying moments of the match. With the clock ticking down in the 89th minute, Cunha's effort found the back of the net, ending Fulham's hopes of claiming their first Premier League win of the season.
Fulham had put in a strong performance and looked poised to snatch a much-needed victory. The first half saw both teams create several chances, with Fulham showing considerable tenacity throughout the game. Despite their first half efforts, it wasn’t until later in the match that they seemed to gain the upper hand.
United, who have struggled with consistency this season, found it difficult to break down Fulham’s resolute defense. However, their persistence paid off just as the match seemed to be slipping away from them. Despite being heavily marked, Cunha managed to find space to unleash a shot that took a crucial deflection, wrongfooting the Fulham goalkeeper and ensuring that United took a point away from the match.
This late equalizer came as a disappointment for Fulham, who hoped to gain momentum in their league campaign following a string of frustrating results. As they walk away with just one point, the team remains eager to improve in their upcoming fixtures, while United will take this result as a reminder of their need to maintain composure and capitalize on scoring opportunities.
The draw leaves both teams with plenty to reflect upon, but for Fulham, the wait for that elusive first league win of the season continues. According to BBC Sport, Fulham will look to regroup as they prepare for their next challenge in the league, hoping the performance against United sparks a turnaround in their fortunes.