On Sunday, 24th August 2025, Fulham will host Manchester United at Craven Cottage for a highly-anticipated Premier League clash. Both teams are eager to secure their first win of the new season, making this encounter pivotal for setting the tone of their respective campaigns.
Recent Form & Context
Manchester United
Manchester United suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Arsenal in their opening match, displaying attacking promise but failing to convert chances. New manager Ruben Amorim aims to turn their fortunes around as United seeks its first points of the season. Last season, United triumphed over Fulham 1-0 at Craven Cottage and aim to extend their impressive record of eight consecutive Premier League away victories against the Cottagers.
Fulham
Fulham managed a dramatic 1-1 draw with Brighton & Hove Albion, with Rodrigo Muniz scoring a last-minute equalizer. However, Marco Silva’s team has struggled at home recently, enduring three straight Premier League losses at Craven Cottage.
Head-to-Head History
- Manchester United has won 58 of their 94 meetings with Fulham.
- Fulham has recorded only 16 victories against United.
- The Cottagers have managed just one win in their last 19 Premier League encounters with United.
- United has won their last eight Premier League away matches against Fulham and could set a new record with a ninth victory today.
Team News
Manchester United
- Injuries: Lisandro Martínez (knee) and Noussair Mazraoui (hamstring) remain sidelined.
- Goalkeeping: Andre Onana is fit and vying for a starting position after Altay Bayındır’s error last week.
- New Signings: Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Šeško are expected to feature prominently in Amorim’s revamped lineup.
Fulham
- Injury Concerns: Defensive doubts linger over Ryan Sessegnon and Antonee Robinson, though both may be available after missing last week.
- Striker Competition: Raul Jimenez and Rodrigo Muniz are competing for the starting striker role, with Muniz fresh off his heroics against Brighton.
- Selection Challenges: Marco Silva faces questions in midfield and attack, particularly regarding the number 10 position.
Predicted Lineups
| Fulham | Manchester United |
|---|---|
| Leno | Onana |
| Tete, Andersen | Yoro, De Ligt, Shaw |
| Cuenca, Bassey | Diallo, Fernandes, Casemiro, Dorgu |
| Berge, Lukic | Mbeumo, Cunha, Šeško |
| Traore, Smith Rowe | Iwobi, Muniz |
Tactical Overview
Manchester United is expected to push for a more aggressive offensive display, inspired by their promising efforts against Arsenal and bolstered by recent signings. Their strong record at Craven Cottage suggests confidence, but Fulham’s resilience—especially after last week’s comeback—should make this a competitive contest.
Fulham, featuring a blend of emerging talent and experienced players, will look to end their home struggles and build on their dramatic draw against Brighton. Their defense will need to be resolute to withstand United’s attacking firepower.
Key Numbers & Stats
- United has only won three of their last 23 away matches against London clubs, all against Fulham.
- United averages 56.8% possession in their last ten league games but has struggled to convert chances into goals.
- Fulham averages 50.8% possession at home but has conceded 1.7 goals per match over the last ten league games.
Expert Prediction
Most pundits anticipate a closely contested match, but United is favored to edge Fulham, potentially winning 2-1 if they maintain their attacking intent and capitalize on chances—possibly achieving a record-breaking ninth consecutive away win at Craven Cottage.
How to Watch
The match kicks off at 16:30 BST (UK time) and will be broadcast live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football. Fans can follow exclusive coverage and analysis throughout the match.
