Under-pressure Manchester United travel to Craven Cottage on Sunday evening to face a resilient Fulham side in the Premier League. After a tough run of form, the Red Devils will look to bounce back, but the hosts are no pushovers, boasting an impressive recent record in the league.
Match Details
- Location: London, England
- Stadium: Craven Cottage
- Date: Sunday, January 26, 2025
- Kick-off Time: 19:00 GMT / 14:00 ET / 11:00 PT
- Referee: Anthony Taylor
- VAR: Jarred Gillett
Recent Form
Fulham (Last 5 Matches in All Competitions):
- Win: Leicester 0-2 Fulham (18/01/25)
- Loss: West Ham 3-2 Fulham (14/01/25)
- Win: Fulham 4-1 Watford (09/01/25)
- Draw: Fulham 2-2 Ipswich (05/01/25)
- Draw: Fulham 2-2 Bournemouth (29/12/24)
Man Utd (Last 5 Matches in All Competitions):
- Win: Man Utd 2-1 Rangers (23/01/25)
- Loss: Man Utd 1-3 Brighton (19/01/25)
- Win: Man Utd 3-1 Southampton (16/01/25)
- Win (Pens): Arsenal 1-1 (3-5p) Man Utd (12/01/25)
- Draw: Liverpool 2-2 Man Utd (05/01/25)
Team News
Fulham:
Marco Silva will be without Reiss Nelson and Kenny Tete, but the rest of the squad is available. Harry Wilson has been in fine form and will look to capitalize on United’s defensive vulnerabilities. Former Red Devil Andreas Pereira is set to feature in midfield.
Predicted Lineup (4-2-3-1):
Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Lukic, Berge; Wilson, Smith Rowe, Iwobi; Jimenez.
Man Utd:
United have a growing injury list. Noussair Mazraoui, Matthijs de Ligt, and Leny Yoro are doubtful, while Luke Shaw, Jonny Evans, and Mason Mount are confirmed absentees. Victor Lindelof is back in training but unlikely to start.
Predicted Lineup (3-4-2-1):
Onana; Mazraoui, Maguire, Martinez; Amad, Ugarte, Mainoo, Dalot; Garnacho, Fernandes; Zirkzee.
Head-to-Head Record (Last 5 Games):
- Fulham Wins: 1
- Man Utd Wins: 4
- Draws: 0
Last Meeting: Man Utd 1-0 Fulham (16 August 2024, Premier League)
Prediction
Fulham have been tough to beat recently, losing just one of their last 11 matches. With Man Utd struggling defensively and dealing with injuries, the hosts have an excellent chance to end their winless streak against the Red Devils at Craven Cottage.
That said, United’s attack, led by Bruno Fernandes and supported by the energetic Amad Diallo, has shown glimpses of quality despite their poor overall form. Fulham’s attack, spearheaded by Raul Jimenez and supported by creative talents like Harry Wilson, could exploit United’s defensive frailties.
Prediction: Fulham 2-2 Man Utd
Key Players to Watch
- Fulham: Harry Wilson, Andreas Pereira, Raul Jimenez
- Man Utd: Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo, Alejandro Garnacho
Both sides have the firepower to make this an entertaining clash, but defensive vulnerabilities could see them share the spoils.
