Carrick Rejects Cunha's Claim That United Lacked Energy

Michael Carrick hit back at Matheus Cunha's criticism after Manchester United's last-gasp 1-1 draw at Fulham.

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What happened. Manchester United salvaged a 1-1 draw at Fulham on Sunday, with Matheus Cunha equalising in the 89th minute after Lisandro Martínez's 63rd-minute own goal. Carrick rejected Cunha's claim that Fulham 'put in more energy' than United.

• Fulham ran 6.6km more than United collectively, according to statistics.
• Cunha criticised United's second-half effort, saying they 'cannot accept this'.
• Carrick insisted his team 'kept pushing' for the late leveller.

“Fulham put in more energy than us and we cannot accept this.”

— Matheus Cunha

The draw leaves United reflecting on a lacklustre display as Carrick defends his side's fitness and attitude.

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