Fulham vs Man United: Preview, Predictions & Lineups

Fixture: Fulham vs Manchester United

Competition: Premier League, Matchweek 23

Date: Sunday, 26 January 2025

Kick-Off: 19:00 GMT

Venue: Craven Cottage, London

Fulham host Manchester United under the floodlights at Craven Cottage in a match that could significantly shape both teams’ trajectories. Fulham, pushing for European qualification, has been in mixed form in recent weeks, while United are desperate to restore consistency amid a turbulent season.

Form: WLDWD

• 18 Jan: 2-0 win vs Leicester City (A)
• 14 Jan: 2-3 loss vs West Ham (A)
• 5 Jan: 2-2 draw vs Ipswich (H)
• 29 Dec: 2-2 draw vs Bournemouth (H)
• 26 Dec: 2-1 win vs Chelsea (A)

Fulham have been resilient but inconsistent, with their attacking players often compensating for defensive lapses.

Form: LWLDL

• 19 Jan: 1-3 loss vs Brighton (H)
• 16 Jan: 3-1 win vs Southampton (H)
• 5 Jan: 2-2 draw vs Liverpool (A)
• 30 Dec: 0-2 loss vs Newcastle (H)
• 26 Dec: 0-2 loss vs Wolves (A)

United’s defensive frailties and a lack of cutting-edge up front have plagued them, leaving their top-half ambitions in jeopardy.

• Reiss Nelson: Hamstring injury.
• Kenny Tete: Knee injury.
  

• Jonny Evans: Doubtful due to knock
• Victor Lindelof: Doubtful due to muscle injury
• Luke Shaw: Doubtful due to muscle injury
• Mason Mount: Doubtful due to muscle injury
  

• Goalkeeper: Bernd Leno
• Defenders: Timothy Castagne, Joachim Andersen, Calvin Bassey, Antonee Robinson
• Midfielders: Sasa Lukic, Sander Berge
• Attackers: Harry Wilson, Emile Smith Rowe, Alex Iwobi
• Forward: Raúl Jiménez
  

• Goalkeeper: André Onana
• Defenders: Matthijs de Ligt, Lisandro Martínez, Harry Maguire 
• Midfielders: Diogo Dalot, Manuel Ugarte, Kobbie Mainoo, Noussair Mazraoui
• Attacking Midfielders: Bruno Fernandes (C), Amad Diallo
• Forwards: Rasmus Højlund
  

Strengths:

• Quick, incisive counter-attacks driven by Harry Wilson and Smith Rowe.
• A composed midfield anchored by Lukic and Berge.

Weaknesses:

• A vulnerability to high pressing, especially when building from the back.
• Inconsistent defensive performances, particularly in aerial duels.
  

Strengths:

• Bruno Fernandes' creativity and leadership in midfield.
• Youthful dynamism in attack with Diallo and Højlund.

Weaknesses:

• Defenders are susceptible to pace and diagonal balls.
• Over-reliance on Fernandes for creative output.
  

• Emile Smith Rowe: The creative linchpin, capable of turning games with his vision and goal-scoring ability.
• Harry Wilson: With a knack for delivering dangerous crosses and a threat from set-pieces, Wilson can trouble any defence.

• Amad Diallo: Diallo’s pace and skill make him United’s most exciting prospect.
• Bruno Fernandes: The talismanic midfielder will orchestrate United’s attack and look to exploit Fulham’s defensive lapses.
  

Both teams bring unpredictability to the table, but Fulham’s recent home form gives them an edge against a United side struggling on the road. Expect a tight contest with both teams finding the net.

Predicted Scoreline: Fulham 2-1 Manchester United

• Result: Fulham to win – Their cohesion and home advantage could prove decisive.
• Both Teams to Score: Yes – Neither defence has been rock-solid in recent games.
• First Scorer: Emile Smith Rowe – He's poised to make an impact early.
  

• Fulham’s Formidable Home Run: The Cottagers have avoided defeat in their last six home matches in all competitions. 
• Bruno Fernandes’ Record: Fernandes has either scored or assisted in three of his last four matches against Fulham.
• Youthful Brilliance: Amad Diallo became the youngest United player to score a hat-trick in Premier League history against Southampton.
  

Fulham’s tactical discipline and Manchester United’s hunt for redemption ensure a fascinating battle at Craven Cottage, where every point counts in the race for mid-season momentum.

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