(Photo by Kenzo TRIBOUILLARD / AFP)Manchester United forward Bryan Mbeumo has joined Erling Haaland in singing the praises of Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey, describing the Fulham centre-back as one of the most physically demanding opponents he has faced in the Premier League. Mbeumo made the remarks during an appearance on the Zack Nani show, reflecting on matches he had played against Fulham. “Calvin Bassey is a beast, the guy is a beast. Speaking on the Rest Is Football podcast after a thrilling 5-4 win over Fulham, Haaland said, “It is not easy. When you play against Bassey, you know.

Source: Punch March 14, 2026 16:25 UTC