Manchester United 2-1 Fulham: Bruno Fernandes hits winner as Erik ten Hag’s side take third in Premier League

Manchester United secured third place in the Premier League after battling back to beat Fulham 2-1 at Old Trafford. The visitors kicked off a breathless first half and took the lead when Willian's corner was headed home by Kenny Tete, the right-back in acres of space as the hosts looked lazy at the back. Ad And they should have made it two when Casemiro brought down Tom Cairney inside the box, but Aleksandar Mitrovic's penalty was beaten away by golden glove winner David de Gea.

Super LeagueChelsea pip Manchester United to WSL title with final day win over ReadingYESTERDAY AT 16:40 United brushed themselves down and went in search of an equaliser with Alejandro Garnacho whacking the bar after 30 minutes. And Fulham's defences finally failed when Fred bundled his way into the box, the ball bobbling to Jadon Sancho who swept into an empty net for the equaliser. After a chaotic first half, United played for possession and stifled Fulham's attempts to swarm their defence on the press.

And as the Cottagers piled forward they left gaps at the back, and Fred found a big one with a brilliant through ball that saw Bruno Fernandes in on goal, dinking over Bernd Leno and giving United the lead. The hosts were lining up to score with Marcus Rashford twice forcing brilliant saves from Leno who kept his side in the game. And at the other end De Gea saved well from Vinicius' thumping effort.

But while Ten Hag's men could not add to their lead, they held on for all three points and third spot above Newcastle United. Premier League table Premier League fixtures / results Premier League top scorers More to follow. TransfersReal Madrid may confirm Bellingham deal imminently — Paper RoundYESTERDAY AT 05:36 Premier LeagueMan Utd seal