Manchester United Remains Winless in Premier League, Everton Opens New Era with Victory Over Brighton

Manchester United is still winless in the Premier League this season after a 1-1 draw at Fulham. Everton got its first win of the season with a 2-0 victory over Brighton, thanks in part to Jack Grealish's impressive display. Grealish scored a goal and provided an assist, while Jordan Pickford saved a penalty for Everton. Manchester United missed a penalty and couldn't hold on to their lead, with Fulham equalizing in the 73rd minute.

Manchester United Stumbles at Fulham, Remains Winless

Manchester United's season in the Premier League has started on a sour note, with the Red Devils failing to secure their first win after a 1-1 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage on Sunday. The match, which was filled with controversy and missed opportunities, saw Manchester United squander a lead and fail to capitalize on a crucial penalty.

The game began with United taking an early lead through a goal from Leny Yoro, who headed home a corner kick in the 58th minute. The goal was initially contested by Fulham striker Rodrigo Muniz, who deflected the ball into the net. However, VAR confirmed the goal after checking for a possible foul on Calvin Bassey. United's lead lasted only 16 minutes, as substitute Emile Smith Rowe equalized for Fulham in the 73rd minute with a precise finish from a cross by Alex Iwobi.

The match was marked by several key moments. In the first half, Bruno Fernandes missed a penalty for United after a VAR review, sending his shot over the crossbar. This miss shifted the momentum in favor of Fulham, who then equalized in the second half to secure a draw. United's failure to capitalize on their early lead and the missed penalty was a significant factor in their inability to secure a victory.

Everton's Impressive Debut at Hill Dickinson Stadium

While Manchester United struggled, Everton had a successful debut at their new Hill Dickinson Stadium, defeating Brighton 2-0. The victory was largely thanks to the impressive performance of Jack Grealish, who was on loan from Manchester City. Grealish scored a goal and provided an assist for Iliman Ndiaye, who converted Grealish's cross to put Everton in front midway through the first half. James Garner's rocket in the second half doubled the lead for the Toffees.

The match was a significant moment for Everton, who had a disappointing start to the season with a 1-0 loss at Leeds in their opener. The victory over Brighton marked their first win of the season and moved them above Brighton in the early Premier League table. Jordan Pickford, Everton's goalkeeper, was a key figure in the match, saving a penalty from Danny Welbeck and making several crucial saves throughout the game.

Conclusion

The opening weekend of the Premier League has seen mixed fortunes for Manchester United and Everton. United's failure to secure a win and their missed opportunities against Fulham have raised questions about their attack's effectiveness. Meanwhile, Everton's impressive debut at their new stadium has given them a much-needed boost, with Jack Grealish's performance being a standout moment.

References

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