Matheus Cunha’s 89th-minute goal rescues Manchester United in 1-1 draw at Fulham

Manchester United needed a miracle at Craven Cottage on September 20, and Matheus Cunha provided something close to one. The Brazilian forward converted in the 89th minute, turning a deflection off Fulham defender David Affengruber into the most valuable goal of United’s early season, earning his side a point in a 1-1 draw that felt far more significant than the scoreline suggests. United had looked set for a third consecutive defeat across all competitions when Lisandro Martínez’s own goal put Fulham ahead in the 63rd minute. The Argentine defender, attempting to deal with a Calvin Bassey effort that had already been saved, redirected the ball into his own net. Where both clubs stand after five matches The draw leaves United sitting 12th in the Premier League table with five points from five matches. Fulham’s situation is arguably more pressing. Newly appointed head coach Álvaro Arbeloa is yet to oversee a league victory. His side sits 19th with just two points from five matches, one position above the relegation zone. A home draw against United is not the result Arbeloa needed to begin building confidence at Craven Cottage. Fulham gave up the equalizer with just a minute of regul...