As the Premier League kicks off, all eyes are on Manchester United as they face Fulham at Old Trafford on Friday night. Former Chelsea striker, Chris Sutton, has raised eyebrows with his prediction, suggesting that United might struggle against the Cottagers.Sutton told BBC Sport, “I can see Fulham getting something at Old Trafford. I’ve not seen enough good performances from United under Ten Hag to have any confidence in them playing well.” Despite finishing last season in a disappointing eighth place, United has bolstered their squad with four major signings: Leny Yoro, Matthijs De Ligt, Joshua Zirkzee, and Noussair Mazraoui. Fans are eager to see if these new additions will make a difference in their opening match.
Now, it’s your turn! Who do you think will come out on top in this exciting Premier League opener? Will Manchester United rise to the challenge, or will Fulham pull off a surprise result? Drop your predictions in the comments below and join the discussion!The Premier League opener between Manchester United and Fulham at Old Trafford is certainly intriguing, especially with the pressure on United to deliver after a mixed pre-season. With the new signings of Leny Yoro, Matthijs De Ligt, Joshua Zirkzee, and Noussair Mazraoui, Erik ten Hag has strengthened the squad significantly. However, as Chris Sutton pointed out, the question remains whether these additions will gel quickly enough to ensure a strong start.
Fulham, on the other hand, has proven to be a resilient side and could pose a challenge, especially if United’s defense isn’t fully settled yet. The result may hinge on how well the new signings perform and if United can dominate possession and create chances.
While it’s hard to predict, I think United might edge it, but Fulham could certainly give them a tough match. My prediction: Manchester United 2-1 Fulham. What are your thoughts?
