Overview
Fulham are enjoying an impressive run of form in the Premier League this season. Apart from the defeat to Wolves, they have won 3 and drawn 1 of their last 5 matches. Notable results include a 1-1 draw with Tottenham and a 3-1 win over Brighton.
With 22 points and 6th place on the rankings, Fulham is an interesting unknown in the Premier League season 2024-2025.
Arsenal continued their winning streak by beating Man United 2-0. The Gunners' unbeaten run of 5 matches was helped by the return of playmaker Martin Odegaard. They scored 16 goals during the Norwegian midfielder's recent presence.
Although still 7 points behind the top team Liverpool (before round 15), Arsenal still has a chance if they continue to maintain their current form.
However, Arsenal still have to be very cautious when visiting Fulham. Last season, Fulham earned 4 points in 2 matches against Arsenal, including a 2-1 victory at Craven Cottage.
These are results that directly affect the Gunners' championship race. And with Fulham's current form, coach Mikel Arteta's team has reason to worry.
Of course, the Gunners are still rated much higher than Fulham, especially when their key players are gradually recovering from injuries. This is the time for Arsenal to think about getting revenge against the team in the same city.
Human resources situation
Fulham's Sasa Lukic will return from suspension this weekend. However, Tom Cairney is suspended after being sent off away at Tottenham. Reiss Nelson is unavailable due to his contract with Arsenal.
On the other side of the front line, after being absent from the match against Man United due to injury, Gabriel and Riccardo Calafiori can both start against Fulham.
Expected lineup:
Fulham: Leno, Castagne, Diop, Bassey, Robinson, Berge, Pereira, Iwobi, Smith Rowe, Wilson, Jimenez.
Arsenal: Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori, Odegaard, Partey, Rice, Saka, Havertz, Martinelli.
The match between Fulham and Arsenal takes place at 9:00 p.m. on December 8 (Vietnam time).
