Man United star who attempted 0 tackles against Fulham faces axe vs Burnley
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Ciaran Morrison
Mon 25 August 2025 8:00, UK
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim may have a selection dilemma following a poor performance from one of his defenders.
Emile Smith Rowe’s late goal for Fulham cancelled out Man United’s opener, an own goal by Rodrigo Muniz, after Bruno Fernandes had missed a first half penalty.
Man United were fortunate to be awarded their goal, with Leny Yoro should have been punished for pushing Calvin Bassey in the build-up.
Bassey was adjudged to have fouled Mason Mount when Man United were awarded their penalty, before Fernandes protested at referee Chris Kavanagh’s actions in a controversial match.
Bruno Fernandes endured a tough match at Fulham.
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After a lively and encouraging performance against Arsenal on the opening weekend, Man United failed to back up that display at Craven Cottage.
Matheus Cunha looked lively in the opening exchanges before fizzling out, with Yoro the standout performer against Fulham.
Concerns though still remain defensively for Ruben Amorim, whose side failed to see out the game when going one-nil ahead in the second half.
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Wing-back Patrick Dorgu was particularly unimpressive in the contest, with the 20-year-old’s statistics revealing an ineffectiveness in defence and attack.
Minutes Played90Touches53Tackles Attempted0Successful Dribbles0Accurate Crosses0Dorgu stats v Fulham as per Fotmob.
Dorgu was also dribbled past twice and won only two of his eight ground duels, which will be the biggest concern for Amorim.
Dorgu did not perform at Fulham.
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Man United face Grimsby in the League Cup and Burnley next at Old Trafford in the Premier League, two matches where Amorim could make changes.
Following his display at Fulham, Dorgu will be in the firing line and could be axed for the visit of the Clarets.