Manchester United vs Fulham Prediction and Betting Tips
Manchester United vs Fulham Prediction and Betting Tips for the Premier League, scheduled for Sunday, February 1, 2026, at 14:00 GMT. The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports and Peacock from the historic Old Trafford. Make sure to check our Free Premier League Predictions today.
Michael Carrick aims to continue his perfect start as interim boss after beating both Manchester City and Arsenal. United sits in fourth place and looks revitalized with Bryan Mbeumo back in the side. Fulham is also in great form, having picked up 17 points from their last eight games.
Manchester United vs Fulham Key Facts and Stats
Manchester United remains unbeaten in their last six league matches, showcasing a significant defensive turnaround recently.
Bryan Mbeumo’s return has boosted United’s win rate from 20 percent up to 50 percent lately.
Harry Wilson has remarkably been involved in ten goals across his previous eleven top flight appearances.
Fulham has collected 17 points in their last eight games, their best run in the competition.
United has historically dominated this fixture, losing only once in their last twenty Premier League meetings.
The Cottagers have scored seven set piece goals since December, making them dangerous from dead balls.
Offensive power averaging 1.82 goals scored per home match
High attacking volume creating 17.27 shots per match at home
Strong precision with 6.18 shots on target per game lately
Currently unbeaten in their last five home Premier League fixtures
- Manchester United's Weaknesses
Vulnerability in defense conceding 1.18 goals per home match
Missing key starters Joshua Zirkzee and Matthijs de Ligt today
Squad depth tested after Patrick Dorgu’s recent hamstring injury
League Position
7
+ Fulham's Strengths
Exceptional recent form with 17 points in eight games
Highly effective on set pieces scoring seven times since December
Harry Wilson involved in ten goals in his last eleven
Strong momentum with just one loss in five league matches
- Fulham's Weaknesses
Weak defensive record away conceding 1.64 goals per match
Low attacking threat averaging 10.55 shots per away game
Poor corner production winning only 3.82 per road match
Match Preview
Carrick has really injected some serious life into this squad since taking over as interim boss. The massive wins against City and Arsenal have put United back in the hunt for a top four finish. It feels like the tactical discipline has finally returned to the pitch.
Bryan Mbeumo is proving exactly why he is considered one of the most productive forwards in the league. Only Salah and Haaland have better numbers over the last two years. Having him back in the starting lineup gives United a clinical edge that changes their entire dynamic.
Even so, United must deal with a growing injury list before kickoff. Losing Patrick Dorgu is a massive blow because he was creating so many chances on the wing. Carrick will need his squad depth to step up if they want to keep this momentum alive.
Marco Silva has definitely found a winning formula this winter. The Cottagers have turned their season around with a historic run of 17 points from eight matches. Their newfound danger from corners and free kicks could be a major problem for United’s injury hit defensive line.
Harry Wilson is currently the man to watch for the visiting side after being involved in ten goals recently. His efficiency in the final third has been incredible, scoring or assisting every 141 minutes. He poses a major threat to a United defense that is missing starters.
Fulham’s set piece threat is real, but they might struggle to contain United’s high volume of shots today. Carrick has the Red Devils playing with a spirit we haven’t seen in years. If the home side starts fast, it is hard to see anything other than Free Premier League Predictions coming true.
Manchester United vs Fulham Predicted Lineups
Man Utd (4-2-3-1)
Michael Carrick
GK
S. Lammens
DF
D. Dalot, H. Maguire, L. Martínez, L. Shaw
MF
Casemiro, K. Mainoo A. Diallo, B. Fernandes, M. Cunha
FW
B. Mbeumo
OUT
J. Zirkzee(OUT),
M. de Ligt(QUES),
P. Dorgu(OUT)
Fulham (4-2-3-1)
Marco Silva
GK
B. Leno
DF
T. Castagne, J. Andersen, J. Cuenca, A. Robinson
MF
Kevin, S. Berge H. Wilson, A. Iwobi, E. Smith Rowe
FW
R. Jiménez
OUT
R. Muniz(OUT),
K. Tete(QUES),
S. Lukić(OUT),
O. Bobb(OUT)
Referee
John Brooks
Prediction
Manchester United to Win @1.60
Manchester United is currently riding a wave of massive confidence under Michael Carrick’s leadership. After beating both Manchester City and Arsenal, they have proven they can handle the league’s elite teams. With Bryan Mbeumo back in the starting lineup, their overall win rate jumps significantly to 50 percent. This offensive spark, combined with the electric atmosphere at Old Trafford, makes a home victory a very likely outcome.
The historical head to head record heavily favors the hosts in this specific fixture. United has lost just one of their last 20 Premier League games against the Cottagers. Carrick is also chasing a third consecutive win, something the previous manager rarely achieved. Given that United is unbeaten in six matches and performing well at home, they possess the momentum needed to secure three crucial points.
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FAQ – Manchester United vs Fulham Prediction
Who will win between Manchester United and Fulham?
Manchester United are favorites at home due to their current six game unbeaten run and historical dominance in this fixture, winning 15 of the last 20 meetings.
Where can I watch the Manchester United vs Fulham live?
The Manchester United vs Fulham Premier League match will be broadcast live on Peacock and Sky Sports.
What time does Manchester United vs Fulham start?
Kick-off is scheduled for 14:00 (GMT) on Sunday, February 1, 2026.
What is the recent head to head record at Old Trafford?
United has been dominant, though Fulham did manage a rare 2-1 victory at this stadium in February 2024. Most recent encounters favor the Red Devils.
Which key players are missing for Manchester United?
The home side is likely without Joshua Zirkzee and Matthijs de Ligt, while Patrick Dorgu is out with a hamstring injury.
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