Manchester United vs Fulham prediction
The Premier League returns to Old Trafford on Sunday, 01.02.2026 at 5:00, when Manchester United host Fulham FC in Matchday 24. This encounter pits Michael Carrick’s men, currently fourth in the table with 38 points, against Marco Silva’s Fulham side, who sit seventh on 34 points. Manchester United arrive with a home record of six wins, three draws, and two defeats, having scored 41 and conceded 34 across the season. Fulham have been competitive, producing 10 wins, four draws, and nine defeats overall, with a goal difference level at 32:32 and an away record of three wins, two draws, and six defeats. The most recent direct meeting between the sides finished 1:1, and over the last five meetings, the head-to-head balance stands at 2 wins apiece with one draw.
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Our betting prediction for Manchester United vs Fulham FC
Main betting prediction: Man United Win (DNB)
The principal betting prediction for this fixture is a home draw no bet for Manchester United. United possesses the superior league position and has maintained stronger consistency at Old Trafford this season than Fulham has on the road. Michael Carrick’s side can rely upon a blend of attacking intent and home advantage to secure three points against a Fulham team that, although resilient, has a less convincing away record. Best available odds for the DNB market: 1 (Manchester United) at 1.32 with 1win.
Second betting tip — Both teams score? Yes
Both teams to score is the recommended secondary betting tip. Both clubs have shown attacking capability and vulnerabilities in defence this season — Manchester United have conceded 34 league goals and Fulham have an identical goals-scored and goals-conceded tally of 32:32 — suggesting that while both sides create chances, they also allow opportunities at the back. Recent form supports the likelihood of goals from both teams, and the styles adopted by Carrick and Marco Silva indicate open phases that could produce at least one goal for each side. Best available odds on this market: YES at 1.75 with Paripesa.
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Third betting tip — Correct score: 2:1 Manchester United
As a more specific outcome, the correct-score prediction is 2:1 in favour of Manchester United. This scoreline aligns with the expectation of a narrow home win while accounting for Fulham’s ability to register a goal. A 2:1 result captures the likely balance between United’s attacking resources and Fulham’s counter-attacking threat. (Odds for this correct-score market are priced favorably at Paripesa)
Statistics for Manchester United vs Fulham FC
Manchester United team news!
Manchester United sit fourth with 38 points after 23 matches, compiled from 10 wins, 8 draws, and 5 defeats, with a goals for/against balance of 41:34. At Old Trafford, they have achieved six wins, three draws, and two defeats. Michael Carrick’s leadership has seen the side display a combination of attacking enterprise and occasional defensive fragility; United have been particularly effective at converting key chances while also conceding opportunities in transitions. Injuries and rotation may influence selection, but the squad depth and home advantage are clear positives for Carrick as he prepares to field a team capable of controlling the encounter and pressing Fulham’s defensive lines.
Fulham FC team news!
Fulham are positioned seventh with 34 points from 10 wins, 4 draws, and 9 defeats, holding an exact goals balance of 32:32. Their away record reads three wins, two draws, and six defeats, which underlines a relative vulnerability on the road despite the team’s overall competitiveness. Marco Silva has instilled an organised and resilient approach, with a capacity for swift attacking transitions that have yielded positive results in recent fixtures. Fulham will seek to exploit United’s defensive openings while remaining compact, and Silva’s tactical setup suggests the visitors will be well prepared to frustrate the hosts if the match becomes congested.
H2H statistics
Over the last five meetings across all competitions, the sides are evenly matched: Manchester United have claimed two victories, Fulham have also won twice, and one fixture finished in a draw. The most recent direct meeting ended 1:1, indicating that encounters between the two clubs have been closely contested and that margins are often small. Historical balance suggests no psychological dominance, but United’s home advantage and current league position give them a statistical edge going into this match.
Last results Manchester United
In their most recent five matches across all competitions, Manchester United have recorded 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 defeat. This sequence reflects a generally stable run of form with a tendency to secure points regularly while occasionally dropping results. The current form indicates resilience and an ability to grind out positive results, which is pertinent for a home fixture where momentum and confidence will be influential.
Last results Fulham FC
Fulham’s last five matches across all competitions have yielded 3 wins, 1 draw, and 1 defeat. This run demonstrates strong recent form and suggests that Marco Silva’s team arrives with confidence and belief. The positive sequence highlights Fulham’s capacity to compete against higher-ranked opponents and to exploit opportunities, though sustaining this form away from home remains a challenge.
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Conclusion
On balance, Manchester United emerge as favourites for this fixture primarily based on home advantage, a superior league position, and a steadier home record. Fulham’s recent form and tactical discipline under Marco Silva mean that the visitors cannot be dismissed; they present a clear threat and are capable of scoring. The principal selection is therefore a Manchester United win, supplemented by the reasonable expectation that both teams will score. A cautious projection of the match outcome favours a narrow 2:1 win for Manchester United. Bettors should, however, consider the available odds and market liquidity — with 1win offering 1.64 on a home win and Paripesa providing 1.75 on both teams to score — and manage stakes in accordance with personal risk tolerance.
