The Premier League Round 24 clash between Man United vs Fulham will take place at Old Trafford, with kick-off scheduled for 19:30 IST on Sunday, 1 February 2026.
Manchester United return home looking to solidify their top-four position, while Fulham arrive in confident form, sitting 7th despite underlying metrics suggesting some overperformance. With cool winter conditions expected (8°C), this encounter promises a tactical battle between United’s controlled possession game and Fulham’s efficient attacking transitions.
Match Overview – Man United vs Fulham
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Manchester United vs Fulham |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Round | Round 24 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Sunday, 1 February 2026 – 19:30 IST |
| Venue | Old Trafford |
| Location | Manchester, England |
| Capacity | 76,212 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 8°C – Cool |
Match Insight: Fulham are 7th in the table but rank only 15th in the xG standings, overperforming expected points by +7.5, which may be difficult to sustain away from home.
Season So Far Comparison – Man United vs Fulham
| Statistic | Manchester United | Fulham |
|---|---|---|
| League Position | 4th | 7th |
| Wins | 10 | 10 |
| Draws | 8 | 4 |
| Losses | 5 | 9 |
| Goals Scored | 41 | 32 |
| Avg Goals per Match | 2.0 | 1.0 |
| Avg Goals Conceded | 1.0 | 1.0 |
| xG (Expected Goals) | 41.32 | 25.7 |
| xG per 90 | 1.80 | 1.12 |
| Clean Sheets | 3 | 5 |
United’s xG numbers closely mirror their actual goal output, indicating consistency, while Fulham’s lower xG suggests they have relied heavily on efficiency rather than sustained chance creation.
Recent Form Guide – Man United vs Fulham
Manchester United – Last 5 Premier League Matches
| Matchweek | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | Wolves (H) | D 1–1 |
| 20 | Leeds (A) | D 1–1 |
| 21 | Burnley (A) | D 2–2 |
| 22 | Man City (H) | W 2–0 |
| 23 | Arsenal (A) | L 2–3 |
Fulham – Last 5 Premier League Matches
| Matchweek | Opponent | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 19 | Crystal Palace (A) | D 1–1 |
| 20 | Liverpool (H) | D 2–2 |
| 21 | Chelsea (H) | W 2–1 |
| 22 | Leeds (A) | W 1–0 |
| 23 | Brighton (H) | W 2–1 |
Head-to-Head – Man United vs Fulham
Overall Meetings (37 played)
| Team | Total Wins | Home Wins | Away Wins | Draws |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester United | 26 | 14 | 12 | 7 |
| Fulham | 4 | 2 | 2 | – |
Recent Head-to-Head Results
| Date | Home | Score | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Aug 2025 | Fulham | 1–1 | Man United |
| 26 Jan 2025 | Fulham | 0–1 | Man United |
| 16 Aug 2024 | Man United | 1–0 | Fulham |
| 24 Feb 2024 | Man United | 1–2 | Fulham |
| 04 Nov 2023 | Fulham | 0–1 | Man United |
United have won three of the last five meetings, including the most recent match at Old Trafford.
Top Scorers to Watch
- Manchester United: Bryan Mbeumo – 8 goals, 1 assist (18 matches)
- Fulham: Harry Wilson – 8 goals, 4 assists (22 matches)
Mbeumo’s direct running and finishing have been key to United’s attack, while Wilson remains Fulham’s most reliable creative outlet.
Predicted Lineups – Man United vs Fulham
Manchester United (4-2-3-1)
Senne Lammens – Diogo Dalot, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martínez, Luke Shaw – Casemiro, Kobbie Mainoo – Amad Diallo, Bruno Fernandes, Matheus Cunha – Bryan Mbeumo
Fulham (4-2-3-1)
Bernd Leno – Timothy Castagne, Joachim Andersen, Jorge Cuenca, Antonee Robinson – Alex Iwobi, Sander Berge – Harry Wilson, Emile Smith Rowe, Kevin – Raúl Jiménez
Unavailable Players
| Team | Players Out |
|---|---|
| Manchester United | Matthijs de Ligt, Patrick Dorgu, Joshua Zirkzee |
| Fulham | Oscar Bobb, Samuel Chukwueze, Kenny Tete, Sasa Lukic, Rodrigo Muniz |
Statistical Projection – Man United vs Fulham
| Metric | Man United | Fulham |
|---|---|---|
| Win Probability | 55% | 20% |
| Draw Probability | 25% | — |
| Expected Possession | 55–60% | 40–45% |
| Shots on Target | 5–7 | 3–4 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 1.7–2.1 | 0.9–1.2 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 35% | 20% |
| Most Likely Scorer | Mbeumo | Wilson |
✅ Final Score Prediction
Manchester United 2–1 Fulham
Likely Scorers
- Bryan Mbeumo
- Bruno Fernandes
- Harry Wilson
United’s superior xG profile, home advantage, and midfield control should eventually tell, though Fulham’s efficiency suggests they can keep the contest tight.
Confidence Levels
- Manchester United Win: 55%
- Draw: 25%
- Fulham Win: 20%
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Suggested Tips (Informational Only)
- Manchester United to Win
- Over 2.0 Total Goals
- Both Teams to Score: Yes
- Anytime Scorer: Bryan Mbeumo
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FAQs – Man United vs Fulham
1.What time is Man United vs Fulham?
Kick-off is at 19:30 IST on Sunday, 1 February 2026.
2.Where is the match being played?
At Old Trafford, Manchester, England.
3.Who are the key players to watch?
Bryan Mbeumo for Manchester United and Harry Wilson for Fulham.
4.What is the predicted score?
A 2–1 home win for Manchester United.