Man Utd vs Fulham: Preview, predictions and lineups
- Man Utd face visit from Fulham in the FA Cup fifth round on Sunday
- Red Devils looking to defend their crown despite on-field difficulties
- Cottagers have never won the FA Cup before
Manchester United are aiming to build on their nervous 3-2 win against Ipswich Town when they host Fulham in the FA Cup fifth round on Sunday.
The ten-man Red Devils stumbled to victory midweek to earn some much-needed respite but the pressure will return ahead of Sunday's cup duel with the Cottagers. United have won both meetings 1-0 this season but that offers no guarantees of success this weekend.
Erik ten Hag's FA Cup triumph last season was the only highlight of an otherwise miserable campaign and Ruben Amorim will be hopeful of similar salvation this term. The Portuguese is under immense scrutiny already and needs something to appease the club's supporters.
For Fulham, this year offers genuine hope of a first piece of major silverware in the club's history. With some of England's top dogs having been dumped out of the competition, Marco Silva's side could upset the odds. The inconsistent west Londoners only need two more wins in the competition to secure their Wembley berth in the semi-finals.
Here is 90min's guide to a crucial cup encounter.
What time does Man Utd vs Fulham kick-off?
- Location: Manchester, England
- Stadium: Old Trafford
- Date: Sunday 2 March
- Kick-off Time: 16:30 GMT / 11:30 ET / 08:30 PT
- Referee: Stuart Attwell
- VAR: Thomas Bramall
Man Utd vs Fulham head-to-head record (last five games)
- Man Utd: 4 wins
- Fulham: 1 win
- Draws: 0
Current form (all competitions)
Man Utd | Fulham |
|---|---|
Man Utd 3-2 Ipswich - 26/02/25 | Wolves 1-2 Fulham - 25/02/25 |
Everton 2-2 Man Utd - 22/02/25 | Fulham 0-2 Crystal Palace - 22/02/25 |
Tottenham 1-0 Man Utd - 16/02/25 | Fulham 2-1 Nottingham Forest - 15/02/25 |
Man Utd 2-1 Leicester - 07/02/25 | Wigan 1-2 Fulham - 08/02/25 |
Man Utd 0-2 Crystal Palace - 02/02/25 | Newcastle 1-2 Fulham - 01/02/25 |
How to watch Man Utd vs Fulham on TV - UK & US
Country | TV channel/live stream |
|---|---|
United Kingdom | BBC One, BBC iPlayer, BBC Sport Website |
United States | ESPN+, ESPN App |
Canada | Sportsnet World Now, Sportsnet Now, Sportsnet World, Sportsnet One, Sportsnet Now Plus |
Man Utd team news
Patrick Dorgu endured a difficult evening against Ipswich, gifting the Tractor Boys their opener before being sent off. His three-game suspension is applicable in the FA Cup as well as the Premier League, meaning he will be absent on Sunday.
Alejandro Garnacho is the only new injury concern following the midweek clash, suffering a minor knock at Old Trafford. The winger, who was handed an unusual punishment for walking straight down the tunnel after his substitution against Ipswich, should feature according to Amorim.
However, the Portuguese confirmed that all those who missed the win over Ipswich will be absent on Sunday. That means that Altay Bayindir, Tom Heaton, Luke Shaw, Lisandro Martinez and Jonny Evans are all unavailable in the defence.
Further forward, Mason Mount, Kobbie Mainoo, Toby Collyer and Amad Diallo will miss out.
Man Utd predicted lineup vs Fulham
Man Utd predicted lineup vs Fulham (3-4-2-1): Onana; De Ligt, Maguire, Yoro; Dalot, Ugarte, Fernandes, Mazraoui; Zirkzee, Hojlund, Garnacho.
Fulham team news
Emile Smith Rowe missed the midweek win over Wolverhampton Wanderers with a minor ankle injury but the England international has returned to training and a late decision will be made over his inclusion on Sunday.
If he is unavailable, he will join Kenny Tete, Reiss Nelson and Harry Wilson on the sidelines.
However, better news for Fulham is that defensive midfielder Sasa Lukic is available. The Serb's suspension for accumulating ten Premier League yellow cards doesn't apply to the FA Cup, meaning he should anchor the engine room at Old Trafford.
Fulham predicted lineup vs Man Utd
Fulham predicted lineup vs Man Utd (3-4-2-1): Leno; Andersen, Diop, Bassey; Castagne, Lukic, Berge, Robinson; Traore, Iwobi; Jimenez.
Man Utd vs Fulham score prediction
United have been in characteristically unpredictable form over recent weeks and have never looked convincing in recent victories. They desperately need to make the most of the FA Cup this season given their dismal league form, with the pressure cranked up for Sunday's challenging encounter.
Fulham will cause them issues at Old Trafford - a venue the Cottagers triumphed at in the league last season - and the capital side have won their last four matches on the road. It's likely to be a match of fine margins.
It really could go either way but we're backing United to edge past their visitors on spot kicks.
Prediction: Man Utd 1-1 Fulham (Man Utd on pens)
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