Manchester United kick off Premier League season with win over Fulham
Old Trafford welcomes back fans for opening game
Zirkzee comes off the bench to score winner
Manchester United began their Premier League campaign with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Fulham at Old Trafford on Friday night.
The match was a closely contested affair, with both teams having chances to win the game. However, it was United who eventually emerged victorious thanks to a goal from debutant Joshua Zirkzee.
The Dutchman came off the bench in the second half and made an immediate impact, scoring the winning goal in the 75th minute.
The win gives United a perfect start to the season and will give them confidence ahead of their next match against Brentford.
For Fulham, it was a disappointing start to the season, but they will take heart from the fact that they gave a good account of themselves against one of the Premier League's big guns.
Conclusion
Manchester United's victory over Fulham was a hard-fought affair, but it was a win that will give them confidence ahead of the rest of the season.
Zirkzee's goal was a moment of brilliance from a player who could prove to be a valuable asset to United this season.
Fulham will be disappointed to have lost their opening game, but they can take heart from the fact that they gave a good account of themselves against one of the Premier League's top teams.
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