- Here is the Man United vs Fulham prediction article which breaks down form, key players and H2H meetings ahead of the clash.
- The match will be staged at Old Trafford on Sunday February 1, 2026.
- Kickoff is at 5pm EAT.
Manchester United caretaker Michael Carrick will be aiming to preserve his 100% record in his interim role when the Red Devils host Fulham at Old Trafford on Sunday evening.
Since taking charge after Ruben Amorim’s departure earlier in January, the former United player has overseen two matches – no easy task; beginning with a 2-0 win in the Manchester derby on his debut, before halting Arsenal’s title charge with a 3-2 victory at the Emirates.
A win on Sunday would see Carrick secure three victories in a row and match Amorim’s best run with United, which was just three consecutive wins back in October 2025 across his entire 47-match tenure.
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Following Chelsea and Liverpool’s wins on Saturday, United dropped from fourth place, and they willl be keen to reclaim that spot with a victory.
Three points would also take them to the 41-point mark, potentially lifting them back into the top four after 24 rounds.
Carrick’s side will be confident heading into Sunday since 2021, he has been involved in five matches against United without losing.
Still, facing Marco Silva’s team will be another challenge at Old Trafford.
Currently seventh and just four points off the top four, Fulham’s rise has been fueled by a turnaround in away form.
They have taken 10 points from their last five Premier League fixtures on the road, after claiming just one from their first six this season.
Silva’s men also held United to a 1-1 draw at Craven Cottage earlier this season, and they won on their last league visit to Old Trafford in February 2024 their only victory there in their last 20 attempts.
Here are all the key details for Sunday’s match, along with some betting tips for SportPesa, a platform offering a wide range of markets and instant payouts.
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What time does Manchester United vs Fulham kick off?
The clash takes place on Sunday, February 1 at Old Trafford, with kick-off at 5pm EAT.
Man United vs Fulham team news
The visitors are likely to be without Sasa Lukic and Rodrigo Muniz, though Kenny Tete could return after a hamstring issue.
United, unfortunately, will miss in-form Patrick Dorgu for some time after he picked up an injury at the Emirates last weekend. Matthijs de Ligt is also still out with a back problem.
There is some positive news, however, with Joshua Zirkzee back in training though he’s yet to feature under Carrick.
Predicted lineups
- Manchester United: Lammens; Dalot, Maguire, Martinez, Shaw; Mainoo, Casemiro; Diallo, Fernandes, Mbeumo; Cunha
- Fulham: Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Cuenca, Sessegnon; Berge, Iwobi; Wilson, Smith Rowe, Chukwueze; Jimenez
Manchester United vs Fulham Head-to-head record
This will be the 96th meeting between the sides. United are seeking their 59th win, while Fulham often the underdogs, are looking for their 17th.
The fixture has ended in a draw 21 times.
The Red Devils have lost just one of their last 20 Premier League matches against Fulham (W15 D4), which was that 2-1 defeat at Old Trafford in February 2024.
The sides drew 1-1 at Craven Cottage in August, a game in which Bruno Fernandes missed a penalty.
Last five Premier League meetings
- Aug 24, 2025: Fulham 1–1 Man Utd
- Jan 26, 2025: Fulham 0–1 Man Utd
- Aug 16, 2024: Man Utd 1–0 Fulham
- Feb 24, 2024: Man Utd 1–2 Fulham
- Nov 4, 2023: Fulham 0–1 Man Utd
Man United vs Fulham Prediction and betting tips
Fulham have collected 17 points from their last eight league matches (W5 D2 L1) as many as in their first 15 games this season. It’s their best-ever eight-game run in a single Premier League campaign.
Manchester United are unbeaten in six (W3 D3), their longest run since an eight-match streak under Ralf Rangnick in early 2022 currently the longest active unbeaten run in the division.
United, with home advantage and solid form under Carrick, are favourites to win and extend their run.
Still, Fulham are a capable side and can spring a surprise if a big team isn’t prepared. We’re expecting goals from both sides within the 90 minutes.