Casemiro gets 8.5, Fernandes 7.5 | Manchester United players ranked in hard-fought victory against Fulham

Manchester United entertained Fulham at Old Trafford today as they looked to secure a good result at home in the Premier League. The Red Devils got off to a good start to the game and scored the first goal in the 19th minute when Casemiro found the back of the net. The Mancunian club went into half-time with a 1-0 lead on the scoreboard.

Michael Carrick’s men doubled their lead in the 56th minute when Matheus Cunha scored his name. Raúl Jiménez scored a goal for Fulham from the penalty spot in the 85th minute before Kevin equalized with a great shot in stoppage time. However, Benjamin Sesko scored a dramatic winning goal soon after as Man United claimed a hard-fought 3-2 victory at Old Trafford.

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Let’s take a look at how each Manchester United player fared during the clash against the Cottagers.

He made a good number of saves during the game, but conceded twice this afternoon.

RB: Diogo Dalot – 7/10

Dalot performed his defensive duties well and had two good chances in the final third.

CB: Harry Maguire – 7/10

He was a rock at the back for most of the game and a threat at the other end of the field.

CB: Lisandro Martínez – 6.5/10

Martínez had a solid presence when defending inside his own half and was orderly with his passes.

MANCHESTER, ENGLAND – FEBRUARY 1: Benjamin Sesko of Manchester United celebrates scoring his team’s third goal during the Premier League match between Manchester United and Fulham at Old Trafford on February 1, 2026 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

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LI: Luke Shaw – 6/10

He defended again when he could, but offered very little in attack.

CM: Casemiro – 8.5/10

Casemiro was a positive influence on both sides of the field.

CM: Kobbie Mainoo – 7/10

He anchored the midfield well and had a good chance in the final third.

OR: Amad Diallo – 7.5/10

Diallo was a constant threat in the final third but failed to find the back of the net.

MCA: Bruno Fernández – 7.5/10

They worked hard in defense and managed to create some attractive chances in the final third. Fernandes has a couple of assists to show for his efforts.

LB: Matheus Cunha – 7.5/10

Cunha attracted attention at times in the opposing half and managed to score in the 56th minute.

ST: Bryan Mbeumo – 7/10

He was a real threat in the final third, but there was no goal for him this afternoon.

ST: Benjamin Sesko – 7/10

He scored the winning goal with a great finish in injury time.