The Premier League Round 26 fixture between Man City vs Fulham will be played at the Etihad Stadium, with kick-off scheduled for 01:00 AM IST on Thursday, 12 February 2026. With Manchester City chasing the league leaders in 2nd place and Fulham sitting mid-table in 12th, this clash presents contrasting ambitions heading into the decisive stretch of the 2025/26 campaign.
Manchester City arrive in strong form, unbeaten in their last five league matches, while Fulham have shown flashes of quality but lack consistency against top-tier opposition. Given City’s dominant head-to-head record and attacking efficiency, they enter as clear favorites at home.
Match Overview – Man City vs Fulham
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Man City vs Fulham |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Round | Round 26 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Thursday, 12 February 2026 – 01:00 AM IST |
| Venue | Etihad Stadium |
| Location | Manchester, England |
| Capacity | 55,097 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 8°C – Cool Conditions |
| Referee | Paul Tierney |
Match Insight: Manchester City have won 4 of their last 5 matches and average 2 goals per game, while Fulham have conceded in 4 of their last 5 league outings.
Season So Far Comparison – Man City vs Fulham
| Metric | Manchester City | Fulham |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 2nd | 12th |
| Wins | 15 | 10 |
| Draws | 5 | 4 |
| Losses | 5 | 11 |
| Goals Scored | 51 | 35 |
| Avg Goals per Match | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| Avg Goals Conceded | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| xG | 46.39 | 29.61 |
| xG per 90 | 1.86 | 1.18 |
| Clean Sheets | 10 | 5 |
City’s superior attacking metrics and defensive solidity highlight the gap between the two sides.
Recent Form Guide (Last 5 Matches)
| Team | Recent Results | Momentum |
|---|---|---|
| Manchester City | D – W – W – D – W | Strong |
| Fulham | W – W – W – L – L | Inconsistent |
Head-to-Head – Man City vs Fulham
All-Time Premier League Meetings
| Category | Manchester City | Fulham |
|---|---|---|
| Total Wins | 22 | 4 |
| Draws | 9 | — |
| Home Wins | 10 | 1 |
| Away Wins | 12 | 3 |
Last 5 Meetings
| Date | Result |
|---|---|
| 02 Dec 2025 | Fulham 4–5 Man City |
| 25 May 2025 | Fulham 0–2 Man City |
| 05 Oct 2024 | Man City 3–2 Fulham |
| 11 May 2024 | Fulham 0–4 Man City |
| 02 Sep 2023 | Man City 5–1 Fulham |
Manchester City have dominated this fixture in recent years, scoring freely against Fulham’s defensive setup.
Top Scorers to Watch
Manchester City:Erling Haaland – 2 goals, 6 assists (25 matches)
Fulham:Harry Wilson – 8 goals, 4 assists (24 matches)
Haaland’s movement inside the box remains decisive, while Wilson has been Fulham’s most productive attacking outlet this season.
Predicted Lineups – Man City vs Fulham
Manchester City (4-3-3)
Gianluigi Donnarumma – Matheus Nunes, Ruben Dias, Marc Guehi, Nico O’Reilly – Bernardo Silva, Rodri, Tijjani Reijnders – Rayan Cherki, Erling Haaland, Antoine Semenyo
Fulham (4-2-3-1)
Bernd Leno – Kenny Tete, Joachim Andersen, Jorge Cuenca, Antonee Robinson – Alex Iwobi, Sander Berge – Harry Wilson, Emile Smith Rowe, Samuel Chukwueze – Raul Jiménez
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Manchester City | Savinho, John Stones, Josko Gvardiol, Mateo Kovacic, Jérémy Doku |
| Fulham | Sasa Lukic, Tom Cairney |
City are missing key rotational players, but their squad depth remains strong enough to cope.
Statistical Projection – Man City vs Fulham
| Metric | Man City | Fulham |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 64% | 17% |
| Draw Probability | 19% | — |
| Expected Possession | 60–63% | 37–40% |
| Shots on Target | 7–9 | 3–4 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 2.2–2.7 | 0.9–1.2 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 40% | 18% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Haaland | Wilson |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Manchester City 3–1 Fulham
Likely Scorers:
- Erling Haaland
- Bernardo Silva
- Rayan Cherki
- (Fulham) Harry Wilson
Manchester City’s midfield control and attacking depth should overwhelm Fulham, though the visitors could exploit space on the counter.
Confidence Levels
- Man City Win: 64%
- Draw: 19%
- Fulham Win: 17%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Manchester City to Win
- Over 2.5 Total Goals
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Anytime Scorer: Erling Haaland
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FAQs – Man City vs Fulham
1.What time is Man City vs Fulham?
Kick-off is at 01:00 AM IST on Thursday, 12 February 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At the Etihad Stadium, Manchester.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Erling Haaland for Manchester City and Harry Wilson for Fulham.
4.What is the predicted score?
A 3–1 home win for Manchester City.