Fulham faces Manchester City this Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 4:30 pm (Brasília time), at the Craven Cottage stadium, in Londres, for the 14th round of Premier League. The match marks the return of City to the English capital after a narrow victory over Leeds United, while the home team seeks to confirm their recent good form with an unprecedented triumph against their rival.
Coach Marco Silva leads Fulham, which occupies 15th place with 17 points, seven above the relegation zone. Pep Guardiola, from Manchester City, leads his team in second place, with 25 points, five behind Arsenal.
- Fulham have won four of their last five games in all competitions.
- City have not lost to Fulham since 2009, with 18 consecutive victories.
- Erling Haaland is City’s top scorer this season with eight league goals.
Recent formation of Fulham
Fulham arrives motivated by the 2-1 victory over Tottenham last Saturday, November 29th. Naquela match, Kenny Tete and Harry Wilson scored the goals, while Bernd Leno made crucial saves. The lineup used by Marco Silva included Calvin Bassey in defense and Alex Iwobi in attack, options that should be repeated against City.
Injuries are a concern: Antonee Robinson (knee) and Saša Lukić returns to midfield after being rested.
The team has shown solidity at home, with four wins in six games in the Craven Cottage this season.
Performance of the latest Fulham games
Fulham has accumulated positive results in recent rounds. In the previous match against Tottenham, they drew 1-1 with Brighton on November 23rd. Antes also beat West Ham 2-0 on November 16th.
The sequence also includes a 3-1 victory over Bournemouth on November 9th and a 0-2 defeat to Arsenal on November 2nd. Esses games highlight the defensive improvement, with just four goals conceded in the last five.
- Wins: Tottenham (2-1), West Ham (2-0), Bournemouth (3-1).
- Draw: Brighton (1-1).
- Defeat: Arsenal (0-2).
Last five Manchester City results
Manchester City beat Leeds United 3-2 on November 29, with two goals from Phil Foden and one from Josko Gvardiol. Antes, drew 2-2 with Chelsea on 23 November.
Guardiola’s team beat Southampton 4-1 on November 16, but lost 1-2 to Liverpool on November 9. The cycle closes with a 3-0 win over Nottingham Forest on November 2nd.
This variation reflects challenges in defense, but the attack remains lethal, with 15 goals in the last five games.
Probable lineup of Fulham
Marco Silva must maintain the 4-2-3-1 used against Tottenham. Bernd Leno remains in goal, protected by Kenny Tete, Joachim Andersen, Calvin Bassey and Ryan Sessegnon in the line of four. In the middle, Sander Berge and Saša Lukić anchor, with Samuel Chukwueze, Joshua King and Alex Iwobi behind Raúl Jiménez.
Adama Traoré can enter the wings to add speed, while Emile Smith Rowe fights for a place in attack. The absence of Robinson forces adjustments on the left side.
This formation balances defense and quick transitions, exploring counterattacks against City’s possession of the ball. Jiménez, with three goals in the league, is the offensive reference.
The 25,000-capacity Craven Cottage is expected to be full, and remaining tickets are available on the official Fulham website for around £50.
Expected lineup for Manchester City
Pep Guardiola opts for 4-1-4-1, with Gianluigi Donnarumma on target. Matheus Nunes, Rúben Dias, Josko Gvardiol and Nico O’Reilly form the defense. Nico González remains as the sole steering wheel, followed by Jeremy Doku, Tijjani Reijnders, Phil Foden and Savinho in the socks. Erling Haaland closes the attack.
Injured Mateo Kovacic (ankle) and Rodri (knee) remain out. Bernardo Silva and Rayan Cherki compete for space in the middle. The lineup reflects the last game against Leeds, with Foden highlighted.
City dominates possession in 65% of games, but defensive vulnerabilities have appeared in recent draws.
History of confrontations between Fulham and City
Manchester City has a wide advantage in direct duels. In 76 matches, City won 43, against 17 for Fulham and 16 draws. Nos last 18 games in all competitions, City won them all, scoring 54 goals.
The last meeting, in April 2025, ended 2-0 for City, with goals from Ilkay Gündogan and Haaland from the penalty spot. Em Craven Cottage, Fulham hasn’t beaten its rival in 20 years.
This hegemony includes a 24-game unbeaten run, with Fulham scoring on just five occasions.
The record reinforces City’s favoritism, but Fulham seeks to interrupt the series at home.
Where to watch live Fulham x Manchester City
Live broadcasting takes place on channels such as Sky Sports and TNT Sports on Reino Unido, NBC Sports on Estados Unidos and Star Sports on Índia. No Brasil, the game airs on Premiere and HBO Max at 4:30 pm (Brasília time).
Streaming platforms include the Sky Go app and Peacock in the US. Para free options, check local streams via VPN, but respect copyright.
Coverage includes pre-game with lineup analysis and real-time statistics.
Predictions and predictions for the duel
Analysts point to Manchester City as the favorite, with a 61% chance of winning according to bookmakers. The predicted score is 1 to 3 for City, considering the attack with Haaland and the vulnerable defense of Fulham.
Over 2.5 goals appears in 70% of City’s last games, suggesting an open match. Fulham can surprise with counterattacks, but Guardiola’s experience matters.
Top scorers: Haaland (eight goals) against Jiménez (three). Curiosidade: City has scored three or more goals in the last four games against Fulham.
Refereeing and stadium details
Michael Oliver referees the game, assisted by Stuart Burt and Simon Bennett, with VAR by Darren England. Oliver, averaging 3.5 cards per game, played in 12 Premier League games this season.
The Craven Cottage, opened in 1896, has hosted the Fulham since 1905 and has a natural lawn measuring 105m x 68m. Capacity is 25,700, with tickets sold out for visiting sectors.
The referee focuses on tactical fouls in midfield, a critical area for both teams.
