Cunha's Late Goal Secures Draw for Manchester United Against Fulham

In a thrilling Premier League encounter, Matheus Cunha's late goal helped Manchester United secure a 1-1 draw against Fulham, while Liverpool maintained their unbeaten run with a 1-0 victory over Bournemouth. The match saw missed opportunities and exceptional goalkeeping, highlighting the ongoing challenges for both teams. Manchester United currently sits in 12th place, while Liverpool is positioned in seventh. Read on for detailed match highlights and current standings.

By Narendra Chaudhary Sep 21, 2026, 06:01 IST

Cunha's Late Strike Rescues Point for United

Matheus Cunha's timely goal allowed Manchester United to earn a 1-1 draw against Fulham during their Premier League match at Craven Cottage on Sunday. Following a disappointing performance where they squandered a 2-0 lead against Brighton in the Carabao Cup, the team faced further challenges under Michael Carrick's management. An own goal by Lisandro Martinez initially put Fulham ahead, but Cunha's late deflected shot ensured the Red Devils walked away with a point.

Match Highlights

In the first half, Bruno Fernandes had a prime opportunity to score after receiving a well-placed cutback from Cunha. Manchester United struggled to convert several chances, with Fulham's goalkeeper Bernd Leno making remarkable saves, as noted by Sky Sports. Both Cunha and Martinez had their attempts thwarted by Leno in the opening 30 minutes.

The second half saw Leno continue his impressive performance, denying shots from Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo. However, Cunha's crucial strike in the 89th minute ultimately secured a point for Manchester United.

Current Standings

Following this match, Manchester United finds itself in 12th place in the league standings, with one win, two draws, and two losses, totaling five points. They trail arch-rivals Manchester City by ten points, while Fulham sits at the bottom of the table in 19th place.

Isak's Goal Keeps Liverpool Unbeaten

In another match, Alexander Isak's goal helped Liverpool maintain their unbeaten streak with a 1-0 victory over Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. After a goalless first half, Isak capitalized on a cross from Cody Gakpo, finishing with a slight deflection off Florian Wirtz in the 57th minute. Bournemouth, who secured a Europa League spot by finishing sixth last season, is still searching for their first win this season, currently sitting in 17th place. Liverpool, on the other hand, remains unbeaten in seventh place with two wins and three draws, accumulating nine points.