Manchester United snatched a dramatic late victory over Fulham as Benjamin Sesko struck deep into stoppage time to settle a chaotic Premier League contest at Old Trafford.
In a game defined by VAR decisions, momentum swings and relentless pressure, United thought they had been denied a winner when Fulham levelled in the closing moments. But there was one final twist, as Sesko powered home in the 94th minute to seal all three points and spark wild celebrations in the stands.
United started brightly and were rewarded in the 19th minute. Bruno Fernandes’ teasing delivery found Casemiro, who rose above his marker to head past Bernd Leno and give the hosts the lead. A potential earlier penalty for United was overturned after a VAR review, setting the tone for a night of fine margins.
Fulham grew steadily into the contest, enjoying more of the ball and forcing United to defend deep for long spells. Their persistence paid off after the break, but not before United doubled their advantage. On 56 minutes, Casemiro turned provider, threading a clever pass into the path of Matheus Cunha, who finished calmly to make it 2-0.
The visitors refused to fold. Fulham had a goal ruled out for offside following another VAR intervention, before finally getting a lifeline late on. Harry Maguire was penalised for a challenge in the box, and Raul Jimenez kept his nerve from the spot in the 85th minute to reduce the deficit.
Drama escalated in stoppage time when Fulham completed a stunning comeback. Substitute Kevin struck from outside the box in the 91st minute, a superb effort that silenced Old Trafford and appeared to have rescued a point.
United, however, had the final say. With Fulham pushed high, Noussair Mazraoui and Bruno Fernandes combined down the right, and Fernandes’ cross found Sesko in space. The striker swept home with his right foot in the 94th minute, restoring United’s lead and ending a breathless finale.
Fulham dominated possession and asked constant questions, but United’s ability to strike at key moments proved decisive. It was an evening of tension, controversy and late drama — and one that underlined how fine the margins remain in the Premier League.
