Man United Captain Fernandes Misses Penalty Against Fulham

Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes missed a penalty against Fulham at Craven Cottage, which fans and commentators described as a poor effort, with some blaming the referee for distracting him. The penalty was awarded after VAR reviewed a foul by Calvin Bassey on Mason Mount during a corner, and as Fernandes prepared for the kick, referee Chris Kavanagh accidentally brushed past him, leading to a brief argument that delayed the penalty. Fernandes then struck the ball over the crossbar, much to the frustration of his team and supporters. Despite United's first-half dominance and multiple scoring opportunities, including notable saves by Fulham's goalkeeper Bernd Leno, they failed to capitalize on the chance. The incident and the missed penalty were widely discussed and criticized in the media, highlighting the game's tension and Fernandes' uncharacteristic miss. The match ended goalless, reflecting a missed opportunity for Manchester United to secure an early season lead.