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Fulham enter this weekend with pressure mounting, having failed to win any of their opening three Premier League fixtures (D2, L1). Each of those matches finished with exactly two goals scored, which hints at both a lack of attacking edge and a degree of defensive vulnerability. This represents their longest winless start to a Premier League season since 2020/21, a campaign that ended in relegation. Supporters are understandably cautious, particularly given the Cottagers’ home form. Craven Cottage has hardly been a fortress recently, with Fulham going four home league matches without victory (D1, L3). If they are to avoid another relegation fight, rediscovering resilience on home turf will be crucial.

Leeds, on the other hand, arrive marginally better placed in the table with four points from their three matches (W1, D1, L1). Yet their main problem has been bluntness in attack, as they have managed just one league goal so far, despite being the most prolific side in the Championship last season with 91 goals – at least 24 more than any other side. That contrast highlights the step up in quality between the two divisions and the challenge Daniel Farke’s men now face in the Premier League.

A trip to London may not be the ideal opportunity to change their fortunes either, as Leeds are enduring a dreadful run on the road at this level, losing each of their last six Premier League away matches while conceding an average of 3.33 goals per game. Unless their forward line sharpens up, those woes may continue.

История встреч

Recent history certainly favours Fulham in this fixture. The Cottagers have won each of the last three meetings, scoring at least twice in all of them. Leeds have found Craven Cottage particularly tough to navigate, winning only once in five previous Premier League visits (W3, D1, L1). That sole success came in the early 2000s, and since then Fulham have largely had the upper hand in their home matchups.

For Marco Silva’s men, history offers hope that this could be the game to ignite their campaign, while Leeds will need to break their poor H2H run to leave with a positive result.

Горячая статистика и полосы

• Fulham have conceded a penalty in five successive Premier League games. No team has ever gone six in a row in the competition’s history, making this weekend a chance for an unwanted record.
• Fulham have kept just one clean sheet in their last 11 home league fixtures (W3, D3, L5), underlining their defensive fragility at the Cottage.
• Leeds have been remarkably consistent with their discipline, collecting exactly two yellow cards in five of their last six Premier League away games.
• Leeds also have a poor record in the capital, losing each of their last eight away Premier League matches in London since May 2022.

These stats paint the picture of two teams with evident flaws. Fulham’s vulnerability to conceding penalties and their leaky home defence are areas Leeds must target, while the Whites’ own away record will give the hosts confidence.

Key Players to Watch and Missing Players

For Fulham, striker Рауль Хименес remains one of the more experienced figures in their forward line. Each of his last three goals has arrived between the 15th and 25th minute, indicating his ability to make early contributions.

He also has previous success against Leeds, having scored the opener for Wolves when facing them in 2020. If Fulham are to break their winless streak, his ability to strike early could prove invaluable.

Leeds may turn to full-back Jayden Bogle, whose all-action style has seen him combine defensive work with occasional goalscoring.

He found the net in the League Cup earlier this season and has been booked in four of his last 12 league appearances, including his last two games against Fulham. His energy down the flank could be crucial in disrupting Fulham’s rhythm, while his discipline will be tested given Fulham’s ability to win set-pieces.

Team news looks relatively kind for Fulham, who approach this fixture with no fresh concerns. Leeds are less fortunate, with Ethan Ampadu and Ao Tanaka expected to miss out due to injuries, reducing their midfield depth.

Анализ ставок

From a betting perspective, this clash is tricky to call. Fulham’s home struggles and Leeds’ away vulnerabilities cancel each other out to some extent. Both teams are misfiring in attack, and with goals proving hard to come by for Leeds especially, predicting a high-scoring affair seems risky.

That said, Fulham’s defensive lapses mean they rarely keep clean sheets at home, while Leeds’ discipline and tendency to collect yellow cards suggest set-pieces could play a decisive role.

The draw seems the most logical outcome, particularly given Fulham’s three draws in their last six home league games and Leeds’ cautious approach on the road. A low-scoring stalemate, perhaps 1-1, could be the safest prediction.

Предсказание

This is a match between two teams that are yet to find fluency and rhythm this season. Fulham will feel pressure to deliver at home, while Leeds know that improving their away record is essential to survival. With both sides likely to prioritise avoiding defeat over chasing victory, the draw looks the likeliest result.

Prediction: Fulham 1-1 Leeds

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