The skipper missed from the penalty spot before failing to track Emile Smith Rowe for the hosts’ equalising goal at Craven Cottage

Manchester United were made to rue Bruno Fernandes’ penalty miss as they had to settle for a 1-1 draw with a lively Fulham side on Sunday.

United started brightly as Matheus Cunha both hit the post and was denied by Bernd Leno before Fernandes blasted a penalty over the bar after Calvin Bassey fouled Mason Mount in the box.

The Red Devils did eventually bag their first goal of the season as Leny Yoro was not penalised for a shove in Bassey’s back while his header deflected off the unsuspecting Rodrigo Muniz past Leno for an own goal.

Substitute Emile Smith Rowe, however, scored with virtually his first touch 17 minutes from the end, and despite a late push from the visitors, the Red Devils failed to record their first win of the season.

GOAL rates United’s players from Craven Cottage…

Goalkeeper & Defence

Altay Bayindir (5/10):

Was out quickly to smother King’s toe-poked effort and saved well from Iwobi’s low drive, but he still looked very vulnerable when dealing with corners in what remains an area of concern as United as continue to chase a new ‘keeper.

Leny Yoro (8/10):

Used his telescopic-like legs to make some crucial last-gasp tackles, and then at the other end, he forced United’s opener with his deflected header. The 19-year-old had a trying season last term but he’s started brightly in 2025-26.

Matthijs de Ligt (6/10):

Pulled off some excellent headers in his own box to relieve pressure on his team but he arguably could have done more in preventing Fulham’s equaliser.

Luke Shaw (7/10):

Looked competent as the left-sided defender in a back three, as he is not as mobile as he once was. Made way in the game’s final quarter.

Midfield

Amad Diallo (7/10):

Came in at right wing-back for Dalot and did a good job on Sessegnon in the first half. Perhaps a tad harsh to be taken off shortly after half-time, but Amorim wanted to change United’s shape and he had to make way.

Casemiro (5/10):

Was tasked with firing the ball quickly upfield for his team-mates to run onto, but that was not a particularly successful tactic. Was hooked off shortly after the break as gaps appeared in United’s midfield.

Bruno Fernandes (4/10):

Blazed a wretched penalty attempt over the bar and allowed Smith Rowe get away from him for Fulham’s goal in a day to forget for the skipper.

Patrick Dorgu (7/10):

Looked lively and whipped in some dangerous-looking crosses into the box. The wing-back did some good covering work as well when his team were on the back foot.

Attack

Bryan Mbeumo (6/10):

Was well shackled by the physical Bassey as Fulham regularly outnumbered the winger. Didn’t get the same freedom he enjoyed last week against Arsenal.

Matheus Cunha (6/10):

Nearly scored a goal of the season contender early doors, but other than a few bits of quality, faded as the game wore on.

Mason Mount (6/10):

Had some good ideas but his execution of them was just a bit off. The former Chelsea man worked hard but it is hard to see him remaining in this starting role for much of the season if he doesn’t contribute more.

Subs & Manager

Diogo Dalot (5/10):

Needlessly gave the ball away with a sloppy touch that led to Fulham’s equaliser.

Benjamin Sesko (6/10):

The summer signing didn’t get many chances to shine but didn’t add a great deal, either.

Manuel Ugarte (5/10):

Was a virtual spectator at times. The Uruguay international added little to United’s midfield off the bench.

Harry Maguire (N/A):

Had too little time to make an impact but still almost headed in a late winner.

Ayden Heaven (N/A):

Came on in the game’s dying moments.

Ruben Amorim (6/10):

After a narrow loss to Arsenal last week, his team showed encouraging signs, especially in the game’s opening salvos, with slick passing and movement. But United lost control of the game as the contest progressed, and Amorim may be concerned by their inability to convert chances, while his substitutes had little impact.