Fulham vs Manchester City: Premier League preview, team news, stats & head-to-head

[(Fulham F.C.) Strength]:
1. Fulham F.C. currently sit 15th in the Premier League with 17 points. They secured their first away league win of the season last round with a 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur F.C. Returning home in this match, the team aim to build on that momentum, maintain their positive form, push for a higher position in the table, and their determination is clear.
2. Fulham F.C. have achieved a record of 3 wins and 3 losses in their last 6 official matches, with their form fluctuating somewhat but showing a recent upward trend. In the last league match, they pulled off a shock 2-1 away win over Tottenham Hotspur F.C., securing a crucial victory.
3. Fulham F.C. have an excellent home record of 4 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss from their last 6 matches, a form that clearly outshines their performances on away field. The team have recently achieved two consecutive home victories, successively defeating Sunderland A.F.C. and Wolverhampton Wanderers F.C.
4. Fulham F.C.'s home offensive efficiency is stable. They have scored 9 goals in 6 games, averaging more than 1 goal per game. In the last 2 home games, they have scored 4 goals.

[(Fulham F.C.) Weakness]:
1. Fulham F.C. defender Antonee Robinson is unable to play due to a knee injury, and striker Rodrigo Muniz is also absent from this game due to a hamstring injury.
2. Fulham F.C.'s defensive performance this season has been poor. They have conceded 17 goals in the past 13 games, averaging more than one goal per game. Their defensive efficiency needs to be improved.
3. Fulham F.C. hold a historically poor record against Manchester City F.C. They have lost all of their last 10 encounters, failing to secure a single victory. The most recent meeting at Craven Cottage was in May 2025, which ended in a 0-2 defeat for Fulham F.C.
4. Fulham F.C. have struggled against the spread recently, covering in only 3 of their last 10 matches. At home, they have hit the over in just 30% of their last 10 games.

[(Manchester City F.C.) Strength]:
1. Manchester City F.C. narrowly defeated Leeds United F.C. 3-2 in the league this weekend. With Arsenal F.C. dropping points, they now sit within 5 points of the top. This away game against Fulham F.C. is the best opportunity to further narrow the gap, so Manchester City F.C. are highly motivated to grab points.
2. After suffering two consecutive defeats, Manchester City F.C. bounced back strongly with a last-gasp victory over Leeds United F.C. in the league this weekend, returning to winning ways. They have shown stable form over their last six league matches, with four wins and two losses.
3. Manchester City F.C. have achieved a 10-game winning streak against Fulham F.C. in all competitions. Last season, they defeated their opponents twice in both legs, holding a clear psychological edge.

[(Manchester City F.C.) Neutral]:
1. Manchester City F.C.'s squad is almost at full strength, with only Kovacic and Rodri sidelined.

[(Manchester City F.C.) Weakness]:
1. Manchester City F.C.'s away performance in the league this season has been poor. So far, they have only achieved 2 wins, 1 draw and 3 losses in 6 rounds, and their performance in away games is not stable.
2. Manchester City F.C. striker Erling Haaland has been in a slump recently, failing to score in the last three matches across all competitions. In the last round against Leeds United F.C., he had very few chances. His dip in form, partly due to an excessive recent schedule, has also indirectly impacted the team's overall attacking performance.
3. Manchester City F.C.'s defensive performances have been less than stable recently, conceding 8 goals in their last 6 matches across all competitions, with the defenders showing a dip in form.
4. Manchester City F.C.'s performance against the spread has been on a downward trend recently, having failed to cover in all of their last 3 matches across all competitions. Their past 3 away games have also all resulted in losses against the spread.

[Tips]:
Fulham F.C. have performed well at home this season. Their 2-1 away win over Tottenham Hotspur F.C. in the last round has further boosted their morale. This round, playing at home, they surely hope to stop the losing streak against Manchester City F.C., and their fighting spirit is extremely strong.

On the other hand, Manchester City F.C. have been hampered by a congested fixture list, leading to a dip in the team's overall form. Particular concern surrounds striker Erling Haaland's prolonged goal drought. Their away performances this season have been inconsistent, and the current schedule of two matches per week exposes a lack of impactful rotation options in the squad. While they possess superior individual quality compared to their opponents, this midweek league fixture is likely to impose a heavy physical burden on them.

Fulham F.C. are expected to pull off an upset and remain unbeaten at home in this match.

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