Manchester United look to get their third straight win in the 2025/26 Premier League when they host a dangerous Fulham side in the Gameweek 24 clash at Old Trafford on Sunday, 1 February, in what should be a highly entertaining match between the two.
The Manchester United vs Fulham match is poised to be thrilling as both sides head into it in relatively good form and in need of three points to bolster their momentum in the Premier League.
Manchester United are flying high under Michael Carrick and look to get another big win, but they can expect to face a feisty test against a daunting Fulham side in what should be an eventful battle at Old Trafford.
Match Details
Old Trafford
Manchester, England
Sunday, February 1
14:00 GMT
High-Flying Manchester United Face Unique Test Against Resilient Fulham
The Manchester United vs Fulham clash is likely to be a pretty entertaining contest as both teams are heading into it with confidence on their side and knowing that three points can give them a huge boost in their push to move up the Premier League table.
Manchester United have really picked up their momentum under Michael Carrick, having picked up thrilling wins over Manchester City and Arsenal in recent games. The Red Devils look to maintain their high-flying nature in the ‘new manager bounce’ period, as they look to light up Old Trafford with an exhilarating display packed with many attacking chances to get their third-straight win and maintain their climb towards solidifying their hold on a top-four spot.
Fulham have also proven their quality this season, climbing up to 7th place in the table and have also won three of their last four matches, defeating the likes of Brighton and Fulham in the process. They look to come up with a thrilling away-day performance to stop Manchester United’s stunning run in the upcoming clash. Manchester United have won two of their last five matches against Fulham, and hope to improve that record in the upcoming clash by putting on a special show at Old Trafford.
Maverick Matheus Cunha Determined to Torment Fulham After Emirates Stadium Heroics
Matheus Cunha is flying high on form after scoring the winning goal for Manchester United against Arsenal in their last match, with the Brazilian having two goal contributions (one goal, one assist) in the two matches under Michael Carrick. He’s really found his footing in the Englishman’s system and is likely to get his first start under Carrick, replacing the injured Patrick Dorgu in the match.
Cunha, who has seven goal contributions (five goals, two assists), in 20 Premier League matches in the 2025/26 season so far, will be looking to entertain the Old Trafford faithful with a stellar display. He will look to get the ball in the danger areas, use his trickery to go past players to create big chances and also aim to get at the end of chances to torment Fulham with his powerful finishing qualities.
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Confident Harry Wilson Looks To End Manchester United’s Dream Run
Harry Wilson has really picked up his form over the last few months for Fulham and is enjoying a really impressive 2025/26 season with them, having 12 goal contributions (eight goals, four assists) in 22 Premier League games so far this season. The Welsh winger is a major threat with his off-the-ball movement and ability to get at the end of chances nicely, which he looks to utilise against the Red Devils.
Wilson, a former Liverpool player, will be particularly motivated to help end Manchester United’s dream run and put on a memorable display at the Theatre of Dreams. However, the Welshman will need to be smart with his link-up play and movement to outwit the Red Devils’ defenders, while he’ll need to be pinpoint with his crossing and finishing to help destabilise the Red Devils at their own yard.
Manchester United vs Fulham Injuries
Manchester United Injuries: Patrick Dorgu, Matthijs de Ligt, Joshua Zirkzee
Fulham Injuries: Sasa Lukic, Rodrigo Muniz, Kenny Tete (doubt)
Manchester United vs Fulham Predicted Lineups
Knowing the importance of this clash, both Michael Carrick and Marco Silva will look to field their strongest lineups. Here are our Manchester United vs Fulham predicted lineups.
Manchester United Predicted XI: Senne Lammens (GK), Noussair Mazraoui, Harry Maguire, Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, Casemiro, Kobbie Mainoo, Bruno Fernandes, Amad Diallo, Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo
Fulham Predicted XI: Berd Leno (GK), Timothy Castagne, Joachim Andersen, Jorge Cuencea, Antonee Robinson, Sander Berge, Alex Iwobi, Tom Cairney, Harry Wilson, Kevin, Raul Jimenez
Main Photo
Credit: IMAGO / APL
Recording Date: 25.01.2026
