Premier League 2018-19: 3 things we learned from Manchester United's 4-1 win against Fulham

Mourinho faced his old pal Ranieri at Old Trafford
Mourinho faced his old pal Ranieri at Old Trafford

#2 Defensive woes for Claudio Ranieri

Defence is a concern for Ranieri
Defence is a concern for Ranieri

Fulham came into the game languishing at the bottom of the table and with the worst defensive record in the League. Ranieri even said during his appointment that the defence would be the key to Fulham's survival.

Against Manchester United, they were on the back foot from the start allowing the Red Devils to dominate the proceedings and even score three goals in the first half. It could have been more, had United took all their chances. Ranieri's side did get one goal back, but in defence, they looked like conceding every time United moved forward.

Finally, late in the game, Rashford scored after a mistake by Rico near his first post. The goalkeeper should save the shot from the England International. If Fulham has to stay up, the defence has to start performing better. Otherwise, it would be an impossible task to save relegation.

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