Manchester United center-back Harry Maguire acknowledged that he could have prevented Fulham from scoring their winning goal.
Alex Iwobi sealed a dramatic stoppage-time victory for Fulham at Old Trafford, with Calvin Bassey and Harry Maguire scoring earlier in the match.
Reflecting on the game, Maguire admitted that he had the chance to halt Fulham’s attack by fouling Adama Traore, a move that could have disrupted their momentum and potentially avoided defeat. However, he also recognized the risks associated with such a decision, given that he was already on a booking.
Maguire expressed his disappointment at the soft goal conceded and emphasized the team’s belief in their ability to stage a comeback. He acknowledged that United may have been overly aggressive in pushing forward, leaving themselves vulnerable to Fulham’s counter-attacks.
While recognizing the need for caution in hindsight, Maguire highlighted the team’s determination and effort throughout the match despite the disappointing result.
