Fulham vs Manchester United Live Updates: Muniz Own Goal Sparks a Tight Premier League Night
Rodrigo Muniz own goal puts United ahead.
Emile Smith Rowe flicked home Alex Iwobi’s cross to level.
So says Roger Kirkby.
With most teams now having played two games, only two have won both and only two have lost them.
If the season carries on in the same manner, we are in for a treat of a season.
What’s at stake (realistically)
Man United are 18th in the table with zero points.
They can stay there if they lose today.
They can rise to fifth to ninth with a win.
Fulham sit 14th.
A loss would drop them a place or two.
A draw would keep 14th.
A win could lift them to fifth.
All to play for.
Geordie loyalty binds us to the North East shadows, even when oil money glints elsewhere.
We believe in working class unity, but the test comes weekly.
Tactics matter, but graft and intent decide.
St James’ Park breathes on a night game, and that breath is loud.
We feel the Derby bite here.
City money still glints and stings.
Sunderland is the rival, yet North East loyalty endures the love of the game.
There will always be a jab when our path crosses theirs.
All of this fuels another night at the ground.
TLDR
- Muniz own goal gives United the lead and sets the tone
- The early season is wide open, with drama guaranteed
- City money and Sunderland rivalries loom as everyone eyes the table
Rodrigo Muniz
Manchester United