Bruno Fernandes blasted a penalty over the bar after referee Chris Kavanagh inadvertently collided with him following a VAR-awarded spot-kick for Calvin Bassey’s foul on Mason Mount. The collision delayed the kick and left Fernandes visibly unsettled. The match finished 0-0, with Matheus Cunha hitting the post and Fulham proving dangerous from set pieces. The missed penalty represented a significant psychological blow for Manchester United, increasing urgency for a momentum spark. Benjamin Sesko remained an unused substitute option. Reports also linked the United star to a potential move to Saudi Arabia, while Ruben Amorim confirmed Andre Onana-related news before the fixture.
The drama unfolded when United were awarded a spot-kick following a VAR intervention after Calvin Bassey appeared to haul back Mason Mount in the box. As Fernandes stepped forward, seeking to break the deadlock, a bizarre distraction occurred: referee Chris Kavanagh, inadvertently collided with the Portuguese midfielder. The incident triggered an animated exchange, delaying the kick and leaving Fernandes visibly unsettled.
Before the penalty incident, both sides had tested each other with promising spells. Matheus Cunha hit the post and missed another great opportunity to score while Fulham have looked dangerous from set piece situations. The psychological blow of missing such a significant opportunity looms large. If United are to turn the tide and spark momentum, someone must step up and fast. Man United have options on the bench with striker Benjamin Sesko waiting to get his opportunity to show his talent.
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