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Fulham vs Man Utd: Predicted lineup today and confirmed team news
Aug 24 2025 08:38 · By Tony Mogan
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Sesko hoping to make his full United debut (Picture: Getty Images)
Manchester United have made to trip to Craven Cottage to take on Fulham in Premier League action this afternoon.
The new season brought the familiar feeling of defeat for Ruben Amorim’s side, beaten by Arsenal at Old Trafford.
But there was plenty of improvement in United , ultimately undone by another goalkeeping calamity with Riccardo Calafiori scoring the winner after Altay Bayindir ’s error.
Bayindir was named in goal despite Andre Onana being fit again after his pre-season hamstring injury. Whether the Cameroon international returns in goal for the trip to Craven Cottage will be Ruben Amorim’s biggest dilemma heading into the weekend.
Amorim was giving little away when he spoke at his pre-match press conference on Friday – but United’s efforts to sign Senne Lammens from Antwerp would suggest he isn’t satisfied.
Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha enjoyed impressive debuts and will surely keep their places in the starting XI. Mason Mount also had a good day at the office alongside the new duo in an advanced role but with another full week of training under his belt, Benjamin Sesko could be unleashed in a starting role.
The Slovenia international came off the bench in the second-half against Arsenal, an unassuming debut but one where he still created two chances.
Cunha looked at home at Old Trafford (Picture: Getty Images)
Amad Diallo was also a bright spark having replaced Diogo Dalot in the second-half, offering a more attacking outlet down the right. It’s an option to consider on Sunday in the capital.
Despite the defeat to Arsenal, United’s defence did very little wrong against Arsenal with Matthjis de Ligt having a superb game in the heart of that back three, ensuring Viktor Gyokeres had a quiet debut.
While Harry Maguire is ready and available, the Netherlands international could keep his place.
Sesko hoping to make his full debut this weekend (Picture: Getty)
With United lacking a cutting edge against Arsenal, a full debut for Sesko is surely on the cards.
Amorim has a huge decision to make in goal, but the rest of his team could pick itself after a promising afternoon last week.
Fulham vs Man Utd kicks off on Sunday 24 August with kick-off scheduled for 4:30pm.