FoF MOTM Man United 3 v 2 Fulham and post match thread = Berge

[KentFulham]

I find it odd people think the score flatters UTD, at no point did they look like drawing/losing.

We pulled it back out of nowhere with some moments of magic from Kevin and Raul, but defensively we were a total shambles.

Also Leno is was poor today on his positioning. I do think we need to start prepping for a new keeper for the long term

I mean, it looked like they were destined to draw or lose when we equalised in the 92nd minute lol

When we equalised did you really feel confident of a draw at least......

Yes, the game was there to be won. We were right to commit men to it.

Maybe Bassey should have hauled down Fernandes and taken the yellow.

I think that would have been the sensible option for Bassey

[KentFulham]

Fact is we have just played 3 shockers back to back, despite picking 3 points last week. We need to improve next week and that starts by dropping AR and probably Anderson

Believe me, this was not a shocker. It was nowhere near as bad as we played at leeds. I was at both games. At Leeds our shape was lopsided and we created nothing. Today we played very well after going 2-0 down and created several chances, gradually taking the initiative away from UTD. Our main problem IMO was that the ball didn't stick with our forwards. The defence was constantly under pressure in the first half because the ball kept coming back at them with little respite. Our play out of defence up to the final third was immaculate. The final goal was the result of our pushing up for a winner, coupled with some individual errors and a moment of brilliance from UTD.

Better than Leeds for sure, also was at both games. Forwards? We only have one, Raul did ok, though his first touch is a bit suspect.

The build up to the 3rd was good from Utd, the shot was average, he only had one option and Leno read it totally wrong

[Whitestone]

I find it odd people think the score flatters UTD, at no point did they look like drawing/losing.

We pulled it back out of nowhere with some moments of magic from Kevin and Raul, but defensively we were a total shambles.

Also Leno is was poor today on his positioning. I do think we need to start prepping for a new keeper for the long term

I mean, it looked like they were destined to draw or lose when we equalised in the 92nd minute lol

When we equalised did you really feel confident of a draw at least......

Yes, the game was there to be won. We were right to commit men to it.

Maybe Bassey should have hauled down Fernandes and taken the yellow.

I think that would have been the sensible option for Bassey

I tend to agree. In real time I thought Bassey not dealing with Fernandes was the main reason that goal happened. Something similar happened last season at Old Trafford when Cairney failed to deal with Fernandes, probably should have hauled him down and taken a booking to prevent Zirkzee scoring the winner.

[St Eve]

Berge, with Chuk a close second.
AR by far the worst. Sess should start the next game

[KentFulham]

Berge, with Chuk a close second.
AR by far the worst. Sess should start the next game

Agree but not sure Silva will pull the trigger

[Jonny4]

A very disappointing finish after a superb comeback. It's a shame we crumble so often when it matters....especially at Old Trafford. My ratings/thoughts today.

Leno - solid as ever. Not sure he could do much about any of the goals. Made one very good save against Mbuemo, racing out to close him down. Could he better on some crosses/set piece moments? Probably, but wasn't at fault today for the defensive failings.

Castagne - He's always a worry due to his physical/technical limitations, but thought he was solid today. Stuck to his task well, making some good tackles and making some necessary interceptions. He tried to get forward, but it was difficult with Wilson so far in-field leaving him isolated. He's a limited squad player, but did fine today.

Andersen - Think we probably need a chat about him in the summer, I'm not convinced he's the long term answer. It's difficult because he's generally pretty solid, but when he's messes up it's a big balls up. Completely loses the man for the 3rd goal - same as v Liverpool & Palace. I also think our inability to defend set pieces is down to his lack of leadership. Poor mentality?

Cuenca - OK, maybe less assured than previous games. VAR saved him on the penalty decision, despite getting the ball he rash and beaten by Cunha.

Robinson - Woeful again. Was abysmal v Brighton and Leeds. Clearly he's not recovered from his injury. Looks short of pace, poor on the ball and easily beaten. Amad rinsed him every time. Needs a rest.

Berge - Our best player and one of his finest games. Dominated midfield, musculing out Fernandes and recycling possession. Pushed on too with a ball to Raul for the penalty. My MOM.

Iwobi - Weak in CM, not really the answer despite creative moments. Thought he as a bit wasteful and weak today. Didn't offer enough overall.

Smith-Rowe - Same old story. Some nice touches, the odd drive forward, but simply doesn't go enough for a £35m AM. Constantly seems to play within himself.

Chukwueze - Inconsistent. Lots of ball, but didn't always make right choice. Not sure he was helped by erratic Robinson. Still dangerous, but faded in 2nd half.

Wilson - He's a moments player, but didn't really have a moment today. Always a danger to have on the pitch, but pretty quiet today.

Raul - Another admirable shift from the Mexican. Some good link up, but didn't hold it up particularly well and made some poor passes (including final of the game). Scored another penalty which is a huge plus in those pressure situations.

Subs:

Bassey - Unfortunately will be remembered for allowing Fernandes to turn him late on. Should have taken the foul. Has a much higher ceiling than Cuenca, but he's more erratic overall.

Sessegnon - Great going forward, combined well with Kevin again. Should be starting at LB in future.

Kevin - Fantastic goal, hopefully lift off on his Fulham career. Shame it didn't count in the end, but his connection with Sess is very promising. Helped change the game.

Cairney - Good, assured showing keeping the ball. Still has value for the team. A case to be made he starts over Iwobi/Smith Rowe.

[Sgt Fulham]

I find it odd people think the score flatters UTD, at no point did they look like drawing/losing.

We pulled it back out of nowhere with some moments of magic from Kevin and Raul, but defensively we were a total shambles.

Also Leno is was poor today on his positioning. I do think we need to start prepping for a new keeper for the long term

I mean, it looked like they were destined to draw or lose when we equalised in the 92nd minute lol

When we equalised did you really feel confident of a draw at least......

Yes

[LPNCanadian]

My mind was set on Berge, but my heart (and vote) goes to Chuk!

[Rightwhite]

What happened to the 5cm bullpoo offside thingy when we needed it ?

[Rightwhite]

We just played Utd at the wrong time. New manager bounce and all that.

[WindyCity]

The lads played well enough, not great, to sneak home a point, gutted by the result.  Yet another late goal conceded and losing point from a draw position.  My vote went to Chukwueze, looked dangerous most of the time and team played well when he was on his game.  Iwobi is becoming more and more disappointing to me, lots of poor passes easy giveaways, he was one of my favorite players from last season but this season not so much.  Good game from Berge.  Team still can't do a job defensively on corners, though the first goal conceded was a 'short' corner, free kick.  But we looked dodgy on other corners.