United draw 1-1 with Fulham as Iwobi plays, Carrick under pressure

Manchester United salvaged a 1-1 draw at Fulham on September 20, 2026, thanks to a late equaliser by Brazilian striker Matheus Cunha. Fulham took the lead early in the second half when Lisandro Martinez diverted a shot by Calvin Bassey into his own net after goalkeeper Senne Lammens had saved the initial effort. Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi featured for Fulham, contesting for possession alongside United’s Diogo Dalot at Craven Cottage in London.

The result leaves United with just one win in their first five Premier League matches, trailing leaders Manchester City by ten points and having lost three of their first seven games in all competitions. Manager Michael Carrick is under intense scrutiny after a string of disappointing performances, including a derby loss to City and a blown lead against Brighton in the League Cup. Carrick has said he does not care about his future at Old Trafford, but the pressure mounts as United prepare to host bottom‑of‑the‑table Tottenham on October 10—a match both he and Spurs boss Roberto De Zerbi need to turn their seasons around.

For Nigerian fans, Iwobi’s appearance offers a chance to gauge his form ahead of international duties; his involvement in a competitive Premier League clash suggests he is getting minutes, yet questions remain about his long‑term role at Fulham. Will Iwobi’s steady playing time boost his prospects for the Super Eagles, or should he consider a move to a club where he features more regularly?

SOURCE: https://www.channelstv.com/2026/09/20/man-utd-salvage-fulham-draw-as-pressure-mounts-on-carrick/