Manchester United 4-1 Fulham: 5 Talking Points & Tactical Analysis | Premier League 2018-19

#3 Fulham get exposed, concede three in the first half

A sorrow figure

Not once, not twice, not actually thrice, but time and time again, Fulham's defence has been humiliated. Let's take a look at how they were broken down.

As aforementioned, Odoi's challenge on Young was too soft and purposeless. Also to metion, another thing that must be noticed is Andre Schurrle's position.

If the match tapes are replayed, one can locate Schurrle not behind Odoi, but two yards ahead. He should have got behind and provided some cover.

The second goal was no counter-attack or super sonic stuff from the hosts, but Fulham made it look like they were down by three men.

Lukaku, who was not even in his natural position, was allowed to win the ball and play it down the left flank. Surprisingly, there was no white shirt there.

It was far too easy for the Red Devils. Nobody knows how they were left with that much space, but a fine pass from Rasford followed by a calm finish from Juan Mata proved to be Fulham's undoing.

The third was too easy as well. Credit to the hosts for their clinical nature of play, but the Fulham full backs were way too narrow.

What made it worse was the lack of defensive cleanliness from the wingers. As a consequence, Lukaku had an easy tap-in from three yards.