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Man Utd vs Fulham FA Cup Preview: Match, Team News, Stats & Prediction
Match Overview
Man Utd vs Fulham is set to be an exciting FA Cup quarter-final clash at Old Trafford, with a place in the semi-finals on the line. The hosts come in as favourites given their strong home form and pedigree in the competition. Fulham, however, will be eager to cause an upset and continue their impressive cup run. This fixture is another great example of high-intensity English football, where both teams will be pushing to keep their FA Cup dreams alive.
Man Utd vs Fulham – Team News & Injury Updates
Ahead of Man Utd vs Fulham, both teams have some squad issues to manage:
- Manchester United: Midfield enforcer Casemiro is suspended and unavailable for this tie. Christian Eriksen (ankle) and Alejandro Garnacho are also sidelined.
- Fulham: Tom Cairney and Willian are back in contention after knocks.
Recent Form, Goal Stats & Head-to-Head Record
Manchester United have had mixed results lately – they performed well in Europe midweek but have been inconsistent domestically. Fulham’s form has dipped with back-to-back league defeats, although they have impressed in their cup matches. Over the last five games, both teams’ goal outputs and defensive records are relatively similar, as shown below:
| Team | Goals Scored (Last 5) | Goals Conceded (Last 5) |
|---|---|---|
| Man Utd | 8 | 9 |
| Fulham | 6 | 7 |
Historically, Man Utd vs Fulham encounters have been one-sided in favour of United. Fulham have not won at Old Trafford since 2003, and United also won 4-1 the last time the clubs met in the FA Cup (in 2013). The Cottagers will hope to defy those odds this time around.
Key Players to Watch
Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)
The Portuguese midfielder has been the driving force behind United’s attacking play. His creativity, vision, and leadership make him a key player for the Red Devils. Fernandes has contributed significantly in both goals and assists, and his ability to dictate play in midfield could be the deciding factor against Fulham.
Carlos Vinícius (Fulham)
The Serbian striker is Fulham’s most dangerous attacking weapon. Vinícius’s physical presence, aerial prowess, and finishing skills make him a constant danger to opposing defenses. For Fulham to challenge Manchester United effectively, Vinícius will need to be at his clinical best.
Predicted Score & Betting Tip
Our prediction for Man Utd vs Fulham is a 2-0 win for Manchester United. The hosts’ superior quality and home advantage should see them through, even if Fulham manage to create a few scares.
Betting Tip: Back Man Utd to win to nil (victory with a clean sheet). United’s defence has been strong at home in cup competitions, and they will be determined to control the match from start to finish.
