Fulham welcome Sunderland to Craven Cottage on Saturday afternoon for a matchup that suddenly feels a lot more evenly balanced than it did a few weeks ago. The Cottagers are trying to steady themselves after a rough run, while Sunderland arrive unbeaten in four Premier League games and playing with real confidence. So, as you look ahead to this one, it’s only natural to start thinking about a Fulham vs Sunderland prediction and whether the visitors’ momentum gives them an edge. Here’s what you should know going into this intriguing clash.

Fulham vs Sunderland Team News

You’ve got two sides coming into this match from very different angles.

Fulham have struggled lately, losing five of their last seven across all competitions. They’ve had issues at the back, conceding at least twice in four of their last six league games. The silver lining? They’re still creating chances and have only drawn a blank in two of those matches.

Sunderland, on the other hand, have been solid. They’ve only lost twice in the league all season and enter the weekend unbeaten in their last four. They’ve scored at least two goals in three of their last four league fixtures, and both teams have scored in each of their last three matches.

Neither side’s lineup notes show any injury absences, so selection decisions look tactical rather than forced. Fulham have options like Rodrigo Muniz Carvalho, Adama Traore, Samuel Chukwueze, Tom Cairney, Tim Castagne, Emile Smith-Rowe, and others waiting in the wings. Sunderland have their own depth with choices such as Chris Talbi, Brian Brobbey, Abdoulaye Seidu Adingra, Dan Neill, and Callum Rigg among their substitutes.

Likely Lineups

Fulham

• GK: B Leno
• DEF: K Tete, J Andersen (c), C Ughelumba, R Sessegnon
• MID: S Lukic, S Berge, H Wilson, A Iwobi, K Santos Lopes de Macedo
• FWD: R Jiménez

Sunderland

• GK: R Roefs
• DEF: T Hume, N Mukiele, D Ballard, L Geertruida
• MID: R Mandava, B Traoré, G Xhaka (c), N Sadiki, E Le Fée
• FWD: W Isidor

Fulham vs Sunderland

When you look at how these teams match up, recent meetings lean slightly toward Sunderland. Across their last seven encounters in league and cup, Sunderland have three wins to Fulham’s two, and both teams have scored in five of those. Sunderland also tend to enjoy their trips to Craven Cottage, winning three of their last five there with both teams scoring in each of those victories.

The rhythm of this matchup often leans towards high-energy stretches and plenty of forward movement. Fulham like to push full-backs high, especially through Tete and Sessegnon, while Sunderland’s midfield—anchored by Granit Xhaka and supported by the movement of Le Fée and Sadiki—tends to dictate the tempo. This should create a game with momentum swings rather than long periods of control for either side.

Fulham vs Sunderland Betting Tips

• Both Teams to Score feels realistic. Fulham concede often but still score regularly, and Sunderland haven’t kept things quiet lately either.
• Sunderland Draw No Bet–style reasoning (without naming a market) makes sense if you’re leaning toward the more stable side.
• Sunderland to Score 2+ Goals is something you could consider, given they’ve hit at least two in three of their last four league games.

Fulham vs Sunderland Match Prediction

Here’s what I think: Fulham will compete, and they’ll probably find the net, especially at home. But their defensive record is hard to ignore, and Sunderland’s form is simply stronger right now. They’re scoring, they’re confident, and they’ve got the better recent head-to-head record. All signs point to a tight game where the visitors edge it.

Match Prediction: Sunderland to win. Bet with bet365.

Fulham vs Sunderland Correct Score Tips & Prediction

Based solely on the data, the most realistic scoreline is:

Fulham 1-2 Sunderland

It keeps with Fulham’s tendency to both score and concede, Sunderland’s recent attacking output, and the close nature of their past meetings.

Correct Score Prediction: Fulham 1-2 Sunderland. Bet with bet365.

Fulham vs Sunderland Over & Under Goals Betting Tips

• If you’re cautious, Over 1.5 Match Goals feels almost guaranteed given both sides’ scoring trends.
• Over 2.5 Goals has a strong case.
• Over 1.5 Sunderland Goals also fits the pattern of their last few outings.

Over/Under Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals. Bet with bet365.

Fulham vs Sunderland Bet Builder Tip

A simple, realistic style bet builder could look like:

• Both Teams to Score
• Sunderland to Score 2 or More
• Under 5.5 Total Goals

All three align tightly with the match trends you provided.

Bet Builder Tip: Both Teams to Score, Sunderland to Score 2 or More, and Under 5.5 Total Goals. Bet with bet365.

Key Stats

• Fulham have lost five of their last seven in all competitions.
• Fulham have conceded 2+ goals in four of their last six league games.
• Sunderland are unbeaten in their last four Premier League fixtures.
• Sunderland have scored 2+ in three of their last four league matches.
• Both teams have scored in five of the last seven meetings between these clubs.

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