Manchester United vs Fulham LIVE: Premier League team news and line-ups as Noussair Mazraoui starts on debut

Manchester United kick off their 2024/25 Premier League season today at Old Trafford, facing off against Fulham in what promises to be an intriguing encounter. Erik ten Hag’s side will be looking to put a disappointing Community Shield loss to Manchester City behind them, and all eyes will be on the new signings as they make their Premier League debuts.

The headline team news for United is the inclusion of Noussair Mazraoui in the starting lineup. The Moroccan full-back, recently signed from Bayern Munich, gets his first taste of Premier League action after a swift move from the Bundesliga. Mazraoui’s inclusion is expected to add much-needed dynamism to United’s right flank, both defensively and going forward. Matthijs de Ligt, another new signing from Bayern, also starts in the heart of the defense alongside Lisandro Martínez, forming a new-look backline for the Red Devils.

United’s attack will feature the usual suspects, with Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, and Jadon Sancho all starting, supported by Casemiro in midfield. There’s no surprise in goal, as André Onana continues between the sticks, eager to build on his performances from last season.

For Fulham, the key talking point is the debut of Emile Smith Rowe, who makes his first competitive start for the Cottagers following his club-record move from Arsenal. Smith Rowe will be expected to fill the creative void left by João Palhinha, who departed for Bayern Munich earlier in the summer. Marco Silva’s side also sees the return of Aleksandar Mitrović, who leads the line as Fulham aim to start their season on a positive note.

Fulham’s defense will need to be on high alert, with Kenny Tete and Tim Ream tasked with keeping United’s dangerous wingers at bay. Bernd Leno continues in goal, with Fulham relying on his experience to keep United’s potent attack at bay.

This match offers an exciting first look at how both teams’ new signings will integrate into their respective squads. For United, the pressure is on to deliver a convincing performance in front of a home crowd, particularly with the disappointment of their recent defeat to City still fresh. Fulham, on the other hand, will be keen to prove that their summer business has set them up for a stronger showing in the Premier League this season.

Stay tuned as we bring you live updates, including minute-by-minute coverage, analysis, and post-match reactions from both camps.