Fulham vs Liverpool

Craven Cottage is the venue as Fulham and Liverpool go head-to-head in an exciting Premier League fixture.

Fulham’s chances of securing a first European qualification in almost 15 years had soared on the back of five wins from six matches since the start of February (L1), only for Marco Silva’s side to throw everything in doubt after another dip in form. Indeed, the Cottagers have since exited the FA Cup and suffered two defeats in three Premier League outings (W1), including a 2-1 loss at Arsenal during midweek, sliding to ninth in the table. A third successive season of mid-table ignominy looks inevitable, though a second top-half finish in three years seems realistic, especially if they can defy a dreadful run of 11 straight Premier League matches without a win against teams starting the round top of the table (D1, L10). However, they’ve blown hot and cold at home, alternating between winning (2) and losing (2) across their last four league games at Craven Cottage.

Meanwhile, Liverpool’s landmark 100th win against Merseyside rivals Everton in midweek Premier League action inched them closer to winning a record-equaling 20th title in England’s top flight. Indeed, Arne Slot’s charges boast a substantial 12-point lead over second-placed Arsenal, and it’s only a matter of time before they dethrone Manchester City. Recent trips to London have produced plenty of joy for the Reds faithful, with Liverpool winning their last three league matches in the capital. As a result, they could win four on the trot away to London clubs for the first time since the 2020/21 season. That’s a distinct possibility as they meet Fulham, a side they’ve defeated ten times in their last 15 H2Hs (D4, L1).