Mr.Tee
The Premier League’s new season kicked off with Manchester United claiming a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Fulham, a match that fell short of the thrilling spectacle many fans had hoped for. The decisive moment came late in the game, as United’s recent signing Joshua Zirkzee marked his debut with a crucial goal.
Zirkzee, who joined from Bologna in July, entered the fray in the 61st minute and made an immediate impact. His goal came in the 87th minute when he latched onto a cross from Alejandro Garnacho, calmly finishing to secure all three points for Erik ten Hag’s side.
In his post-match interview with Sky Sports, Zirkzee expressed his delight, saying, “Winning in my first home game and scoring a goal is more than I could have asked for. The most important thing was the win and to contribute in this way is a fantastic feeling. It’s hard to put into words.”
For much of the game, a goalless draw seemed the likely outcome as both teams struggled to carve out clear chances. Bruno Fernandes came closest for United, only to be thwarted twice by Fulham’s standout goalkeeper, Bernd Leno. Mason Mount also had an opportunity, but it was Zirkzee’s late strike that ultimately made the difference.
Manchester United, who endured a challenging campaign last season, finishing eighth in the Premier League, will be eager to build on this positive start. Despite their league struggles, the Red Devils ended last season on a high note by defeating Manchester City in the FA Cup final and they’ll be looking to carry that momentum forward under Ten Hag’s leadership.
As the new season unfolds, other Premier League contenders are also gearing up for their opening matches. Arsenal, seen as one of the main challengers to Manchester City, will host Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday, hoping to make a strong start after finishing as runners-up in the last two seasons.
Liverpool, under new management following Jürgen Klopp’s departure, will also begin their campaign on Saturday. New head coach Arne Slot will be aiming for a positive start as the Reds face newly promoted Ipswich Town.
The reigning champions, Manchester City, will commence their title defense on Sunday with a high-profile clash against Chelsea, as they seek to extend their dominance with a fifth consecutive Premier League crown.
