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Premier League: Manchester United vs. Fulham - Preview

Manchester United will aim to secure third place in the Premier League table as they host Fulham at Old Trafford on the final matchday of the 2022-23 campaign.

Having sealed their spot in next season's Champions League with an impressive 4-1 victory over Chelsea, Erik ten Hag's men enter the match with their primary objective achieved. Fulham, currently sitting in 10th position, come into the game following a 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace in their previous outing.

Manchester United Preview

For Manchester United, their season-long goal of finishing in the top four has been successfully accomplished. Their 4-1 triumph over Chelsea on Thursday night sealed their place among Europe's elite for the upcoming season. The Red Devils' impressive performance lifted them to third place in the table, two points clear of fourth-placed Newcastle United, who will conclude their campaign against Chelsea.

After a six-year trophy drought, Manchester United claimed the EFL Cup in February and are set to face Manchester City in the FA Cup final. With the opportunity to secure a domestic double and end their city rivals' treble hopes, the team has shown resilience following recent defeats to Brighton & Hove Albion and West Ham United. Victories against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Bournemouth, and Chelsea have highlighted their bounce-back ability.

Manchester United's strength at home has been crucial to their success this season. With an outstanding defensive record of conceding just nine goals in 18 league games at Old Trafford, they have amassed 45 points on home soil, the best home defensive record in the Premier League. While there is no significant pressure on the Red Devils in this match, manager Erik ten Hag emphasized the importance of securing third place. Manchester United will aim to extend their unbeaten streak against Fulham to 16 matches on Sunday.

Fulham Preview

Fulham's return to the Premier League after winning the Championship title last season was marked by the goal of consolidation. The Cottagers have successfully achieved back-to-back seasons in the top flight for the first time since 2014. Their impressive campaign has seen them accumulate 52 points from 37 matches, securing a comfortable 10th place in the table.

Manager Marco Silva's side enters the match in excellent form, having collected seven points from their last three matches, including a 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace. In their most recent away game, Fulham secured a 2-0 victory over Southampton. Their away form has been strong throughout the season, with 23 points earned from 18 matches, just four points shy of Manchester United's away record.

With their top-half finish assured, Fulham will look to build on their success in the upcoming season. Retaining their head coach, who has been linked with other clubs such as Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United, will be crucial for their continued progress.

As Manchester United and Fulham take to the field for their final game of the season, the focus will be on securing third place for the Red Devils and ending the campaign on a positive note for Fulham. While the match may lack significant implications in the standings, both teams will seek to end the season on a high and lay the foundation for future success.

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