In a chaotic finish at Old Trafford, Benjamin Sesko secures the win after Fulham’s late comeback—Casemiro and Matheus Cunha shine for Carrick’s side.
Old Trafford exploded in joy this Sunday as Manchester United secured a breathtaking 3-2 victory over Fulham. In a match that embodied the spirit of the Premier League, two goals in stoppage time decided a contest that saw Michael Carrick’s men leapfrog Chelsea and Liverpool to reclaim 4th place in the standings.
The Brazilian Connection
The Red Devils looked comfortable for much of the game. Casemiro opened the scoring in the 19th minute with a vintage performance, later turning provider for Matheus Cunha to double the lead early in the second half.
However, the match took a dramatic turn in the final ten minutes. Raúl Jiménez converted a penalty in the 85th minute to give Fulham hope, setting the stage for a grandstand finish.
Stoppage-Time Chaos: Kevin vs. Sesko
The drama reached its peak when Fulham’s Kevin the former Palmeiras starlet came off the bench to equalize in the 91st minute. Just as it seemed United had thrown away two points, Benjamin Sesko became the hero.
The Slovenian striker, who replaced Cunha earlier in the half, latched onto a loose ball in the 94th minute to smash home the winner, sending the Stretford End into a frenzy.
WE’RE NEVER GONNA STOP! ❤️🔥
— Manchester United (@ManUtd) February 1, 2026
Back in the Champions League Spots
The victory takes Manchester United to 41 points, moving them back into the Top Four. With the race for European qualification heating up, Carrick’s ability to manage a squad filled with stars like Bruno Fernandes and emerging talents like Mainoo is proving decisive.
Match Summary: Man Utd 3-2 Fulham
- Goals: Casemiro (19′), Matheus Cunha (56′), Sesko (90+4′) | Jiménez (85′ P), Kevin (90+1′).
- Man of the Match: Casemiro (1 Goal, 1 Assist).
- Tactical Note: Michael Carrick showed tactical flexibility by introducing Leny Yoro late on to consolidate the defense.
Ronald Mike is a football writer covering the English Premier League, providing match analysis, tactical insight, and coverage of key rivalries and title races across the season.
