As the Premier League wraps up, third-placed Manchester City travel to Craven Cottage to face a spirited Fulham side hoping to end their impressive season with a big scalp. Kick Off Nigeria editor Ayomide Oguntimehin looks ahead to Sunday’s May 25th game in West London.
Match Preview: Fulham vs Manchester City
City’s hopes for the title may be over, but they’ll want to finish the season on a high note and seal their Champions League place. Pep Guardiola’s side, currently third with 68 points, will aim to return to winning ways on the road after a disappointing 0–0 draw at Southampton and a shock FA Cup loss to Crystal Palace.
Fulham, on the other hand, sit comfortably in 10th with 54 points. Marco Silva’s men have impressed this season with statement wins over Liverpool and Tottenham. A final flourish with a victory against City would underscore their progress.
Head-to-Head: Fulham vs Manchester City
- 05.10.2024 – Man City 3–2 Fulham
- 11.05.2024 – Fulham 0–4 Man City
- 02.09.2023 – Man City 5–1 Fulham
- 30.04.2023 – Fulham 1–2 Man City
- 05.11.2022 – Man City 2–1 Fulham
City have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning all five of the last meetings, including a commanding 5–1 victory earlier this season.
Recent Form: Fulham
Fulham’s recent form has been inconsistent, but their 3–2 away win over Brentford shows their attack remains potent. At home, however, they’ve struggled—losing to Chelsea and Everton after a memorable 3–2 win over Liverpool.
Despite impressive wins over Liverpool (3–2) and Tottenham (2–0) at Craven Cottage, Fulham have also suffered home defeats to Everton, Chelsea, and Crystal Palace. Their unpredictable form makes them dangerous but unreliable.
Recent Form: Manchester City
City have been solid but unspectacular in recent weeks. While their defence remains tight, goals have dried up slightly, especially away from home, where they’ve drawn blanks at Southampton and Crystal Palace.
City have won only two of their last five away matches, with goalless draws against Man United and Southampton, and a defeat to Crystal Palace. Their usual clinical edge on the road has looked slightly blunted in recent weeks.
Player to Watch: Alex Iwobi (Fulham)
Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi remains a strong presence in Fulham’s midfield. If Fulham look to counter quickly in transition, Iwobi will be key.
Betting Odds
- Away Win (Manchester City) – 1.65 on 1xBet
