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Manchester United faces Fulham with defensive changes expected

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Last updated Sep 21, 2026

Manchester United faces Fulham with defensive changes expected
Summary

Manchester United will visit Fulham this Sunday at Craven Cottage, with a focus on defensive adjustments following a recent League Cup defeat to Brighton. Luke Shaw’s fitness is a pivotal concern, potentially impacting the full-back selections. Manager Michael Carrick may reinstate several players rested during the cup match, including Senne Lammens in goal and a center-back partnership of Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez. The midfield could feature Kobbie Mainoo and Youri Tielemans as they look to regain control after their recent setback. The attacking unit is expected to see Bruno Fernandes in his usual role, with Marcus Rashford and Bryan Mbeumo flanking Matheus Cunha up front. Shaw's availability could significantly influence the final lineup.

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Status Watch
  • •Match set for Sunday at Craven Cottage
  • •Shaw's fitness will determine full-back selections
  • •Maguire and Martinez likely to return in defense
  • •Mainoo and Tielemans expected to start in midfield
  • •Cunha anticipated to lead the attack against Fulham
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What they're saying
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Manchester United boss Michael Carrick has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Fulham at Craven Cottage (kick-off 16:30 BST). On team news, Carrick said "there is a chance" for defender Luke Shaw and midfielder Carlos Baleba to feature on Sunday, although he is not "100%".

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