In the recent big match at Old Trafford, the hosts huffed and puffed for the most part without fully exerting the influence over the ever defensive Fulham. United are now leading their rivals, Manchester city by three points in the title race. Rooney was at the right place in right time for firing the winner just three minutes before the break after cut-back at far post from Jonny Evans.
The goal has proved to be enough for three points but United were unable to further cut the 3 goal difference advantage of City despite having many chances in the second half. The cottagers has little to to offer in their 4-5-1 formation, and also had the knowledge that they had won only once at United’s ground since the year 1959.
They got a good chance early in the match but, the keeper David de Gea saved the Goal and denied Clint Dempsey. There was pressure at the other end but when Ashley Young floated over a cross, Rooney ducked underneath it.
Evans, with his presence of mind, nudged the ball back to the striker who beat Mark Schwarzer, finishing simply from close range. Schwarzer then made some smart moves saving attempts from both Rooney and Young and everyone was relieved when the final whistle blew.