Manchester United boast a “fantastic attack”, Michael Owen has told GOAL, but more transfer “surgery” may be required as head coach Michael Carrick continues his experiment with a ‘false nine’ approach. Matheus Cunha, who is more of a deep-lying forward, has been leading the line this season ahead of established central striker Benjamin Sesko.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has faced a stinging rebuke from club legends over his tactical handling of Matheus Cunha. The Brazilian forward has been thrust into a makeshift centre-forward role this season, a move that critics claim is significantly "killing" his effectiveness at Old Trafford.
Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha has launched a passionate defence of the club following a stuttering start to the new Premier League campaign. Despite mounting pressure on the squad after a string of disappointing results, the Brazilian remains convinced that the Red Devils have the quality to silence their doubters.
Manchester United manager Michael Carrick has moved to shut down Matheus Cunha's suggestion that his squad is struggling with fitness levels following a disappointing 1-1 draw against Fulham. The Red Devils required a late intervention to avoid another defeat in what has become their most difficult opening to a Premier League campaign in over a decade.
Manchester United forward Matheus Cunha has admitted his side required a stroke of fortune to beat an "unbelievable" Bernd Leno during their 1-1 draw with Fulham. The Brazilian's late deflected effort cancelled out a disastrous Lisandro Martinez own goal to ensure Michael Carrick's men avoided a third straight defeat.
Manchester United's difficult week continued on Sunday as they relied on a late slice of luck to secure a 1-1 draw and avoid a humiliating defeat at Fulham. Despite dominating large periods of the first half, the Red Devils were forced to settle for a point after a chaotic afternoon in West London.
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has delivered a scathing assessment of Michael Carrick’s current tactical setup, labelling the team "difficult to watch" without a recognised focal point. As the Red Devils prepare for a high-stakes Manchester derby against City, the former midfielder is demanding a major change to the starting XI.
Matheus Cunha hit back at Japan forward Kento Shiogai after Brazil's dramatic World Cup round of 32 victory. Shiogai had questioned Brazil's status among football's elite before kick-off, but Cunha responded after the final whistle by reminding him of the Selecao's unmatched World Cup record.
Matheus Cunha has admitted he has been left "speechless" after receiving the ultimate seal of approval from Brazil legend Ronaldo. The Manchester United forward has been in scintillating form at the 2026 World Cup, playing a starring role in the Selecao's charge through the group stages, which compelled Ronaldo to reach out.
Brazil icon Ronaldo has urged supporters to remain patient with teenage sensation Endrick following his lack of game time during the Selecao's disappointing 1-1 draw against Morocco in their 2026 World Cup opener. The legendary forward insisted that the 19-year-old is fully prepared for the tournament but must wait his turn behind in-form alternative attacking options.
We are now just days away, and World Cup fever is gripping the globe as teams from 48 countries descend on the United States, Mexico and Canada for the biggest tournament FIFA have ever staged. Managers are making their final plans ahead of the opening round of group games, but for some there are still massive decisions to be made.
And there you have it - the 2025-26 Premier League season is over. Arsenal are the champions while West Ham have been relegated alongside Wolves and Burnley as Tottenham secured survival on the final day. While the football hasn't always been the most scintillating, it's been a campaign full of twists and turns at both ends of the table, making it difficult to predict any result given the increased parity among the teams in the English top-flight.
As the 2025-26 Premier League season draws to a close, it's time to look back on what has been a campaign full of twists and turns. Arsenal eventually saw off the challenge of Manchester City to secure the title, but European places and the final berth in the relegation zone are still to be decided into the final day.
Nottingham Forest manager Vitor Pereira has called for an urgent meeting with the PGMOL to address "doubts" surrounding the handball rule following a controversial afternoon at Old Trafford. The Portuguese coach was left fuming after Matheus Cunha scored Manchester United's second goal in a 3-2 win against his Forest side, despite strong suggestions of a handball from Bryan Mbeumo in the build-up.
Manchester United's Premier League clash with Nottingham Forest was ignited by a moment of pure VAR chaos that left Gary Neville and fans alike in a state of disbelief. Despite an apparent handball in the build-up, Matheus Cunha was awarded a crucial goal that restored the Red Devils' lead, sparking a fierce debate over the consistency of officiating in the top flight.
