Fulham, complete with their Nigerian duo Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey, will visit Old Trafford on Sunday to face Manchester United in the fifth round of the FA Cup. Here is a correct score prediction.
United edged past struggling Ipswich Town with a narrow 3-2 win in midweek but will face a much tougher test against the Cottagers, who have won their last four away games across all competitions.
While Manchester United laboured to victory, Fulham impressed with a 2-1 win over Wolves at Molineux, continuing their strong campaign.
Marco Silva’s side are looking for a major scalp, and a deep FA Cup run could make their already impressive season even more memorable.
However, United will take confidence from their head-to-head record, having completed the league double over Fulham this season.
Correct score prediction: Manchester United vs Fulham
Manchester United have struggled in the Premier League, sitting five places and nine points below Fulham in the table.
Between the two teams, Fulham have been the more consistent side this season. However, cup competitions are unpredictable, and Erik ten Hag knows this is a must-win game to keep fans onside.
As defending champions, United will approach this clash with the mindset of retaining their title.
Prediction: Manchester United 2-1 Fulham
The Alex Iwobi & Calvin Bassey factor
Fulham’s Nigerian duo, Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey, have been crucial to their strong form this season, and they will be key in their bid to knock out the FA Cup holders.
Bassey has been solid in defence, while Iwobi has been a vital attacking force.
The former Everton man has registered seven goals and three assists in the Premier League but is yet to contribute directly to a goal in the FA Cup this season.
Both Nigerians are expected to start after being rested for the Wolves game, and Marco Silva will be counting on them to deliver as Fulham aim for a place in the quarter-finals.
