Manchester City will take on Fulham in a Premier League clash on October 5, with the match set to kick off at 15:00 local time. The two sides meet again after their last encounter five months ago, where City claimed a commanding 4-0 victory.
City come into this fixture riding a wave of momentum, having extended their unbeaten run to 11 matches with a win over Slovan in the League Stage last Tuesday. They’ve been dominant this season, securing 13 wins in their last 20 matches, alongside 4 draws and only 3 losses.
Fulham, however, are not to be underestimated. The London side arrives in Manchester with two consecutive wins under their belt, having beaten Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United. Fulham's recent form has been solid, winning 10 of their last 20 matches, with 4 draws and 6 losses. Their resilience has been evident, especially with wins over Nottingham Forest and Newcastle United in their last two fixtures.
City’s recent performances have been a mix of solid wins and draws. In their last six games, Pep Guardiola’s men have secured three victories—most notably a 4-0 triumph over Slovan, alongside hard-fought 2-1 wins against both Watford and Brentford. However, they have also been held to draws by Arsenal (2-2), Newcastle United (1-1), and Inter Milan (0-0).
Meanwhile, Fulham’s recent form includes three wins: a 1-0 victory against Nottingham Forest, a 3-1 win over Newcastle United, and a 2-0 success over Birmingham City. They’ve also shown some vulnerability, with a 1-1 draw against Preston NE and stalemates against West Ham United and Ipswich Town.
As City look to maintain their dominant streak, Fulham will aim to build on their recent form and cause an upset at the Etihad. Both teams enter this match with confidence, setting up an intriguing contest.