Fulham put in a good effort at Old Trafford last Friday but didn't come away with anything to show for their efforts while this weekend's guests Leicester claimed a decent point at home to Tottenham in their opener.
We're expecting another tight and tense 90 minutes when Fulham play host to Leicester at Craven Cottage on Saturday.
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Fulham vs Leicester prediction: Possible low-scoring affair?
Key Stats
- Three of Fulham's last four outings have produced under 2.5 goals.
- Fewer than three goals have been scored in three of Leicester's last four matches.
- Both teams have scored in just two of the hosts' last six fixtures.
- Only one of the Foxes' last four matches have ended with both teams scoring.
Correct score prediction: Fulham 1-0 Leicester
Fulham have won three of their last four encounters with Leicester and boast a better squad than the Foxes on paper, which is why we're backing the hosts to claim a narrow 1-0 win.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Fulham the bookmakers' choice
- HOME: 5/6 (1.83) – 54.5%
- DRAW: 14/5 (3.80) – 26.3%
- AWAY: 7/2 (4.50) – 22.2%
*odds from Ladbrokes, subject to change
Fulham are the expected winner of this game with a probability of 54.5%, and we agree with the bookmakers on this selection.
You can find all our predictions for today's games on our football betting tips page.
Most recent H2Hs: Fulham in front
Saturday's hosts have won three and lost two of their last five meetings with Leicester, claiming a 5-3 victory when the pair last locked horns back in May 2023.
England Premier League 08/05/23
Fulham
Leicester
England Premier League 03/01/23
Leicester
Fulham
England Premier League 03/02/21
Fulham
Leicester
England Premier League 30/11/20
Leicester
Fulham
England Premier League 09/03/19
Leicester
Fulham
Fulham preview: Unlucky at Old Trafford
Fulham gave a very good account of themselves against Man Utd last Friday.
The game looked like it was going to end goalless with both sides creating very little in the way of clearcut chances but United carved out a winner late on to pinch all three points.
Marco Silva has a full-strength squad to choose from this weekend.
Predicted lineup: Leno (GK), Tete, Diop, Robinson, Bassey, Lukić, Pereira, Smith Rowe, Traoré, Iwobi & Muniz
England Premier League 31/08/24
D
Ipswich
1
Fulham
1
England EFL Cup 27/08/24
W
Birmingham
0
Fulham
2
England Premier League 24/08/24
W
Leicester
1
Fulham
2
England Premier League 16/08/24
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Man Utd
1
Fulham
0
Elite Club Friendlies 10/08/24
W
TSG Hoffenheim
0
Fulham
2
Leicester preview: A priceless point against Spurs
When Leicester fell behind at home to Tottenham in the 29th minute the Foxes fans feared their side may end up getting thrashed.
However, Leicester's veteran forward Jamie Vardy equalised shortly before the hour mark and the Foxes held on to secure a share of the spoils.
The visitors could be without the services of Patson Daka, Conor Coady and Luke Thomas for the trip to Craven Cottage.
Predicted lineup: Hermansen (GK), Vestergaard, Faes, Justin, Kristiansen, Winks, Ndidi, Buonanotte, Vardy, De Cordova-Reid & Fatawu
England Premier League 31/08/24
L
Aston Villa
2
Leicester
1
England EFL Cup 27/08/24
W
Tranmere
0
Leicester
4
England Premier League 24/08/24
L
Fulham
2
Leicester
1
England Premier League 19/08/24
D
Tottenham
1
Leicester
1
Elite Club Friendlies 10/08/24
L
Lens
3
Leicester
0
Player to watch – Rodrigo Muniz
Fulham's Brazilian striker Rodrigo Muniz scored nine goals in the Premier League last season and the Fulham fans have high hopes for the 23-year-old.
Muniz signed for the Londoners in 2021 after impressing at Flamengo but took his time to adapt to the English game, only scoring five goals in 28 games in the Championship.
Muniz impressed last season for the Cottagers
However, his second season with the Cottagers proved much more productive with 10 goals in 33 games across all competitions, nine of which arrived in 26 Premier League appearances.
