Fulham vs Bournemouth: Kick-Off Nepal Time, Preview, and Predictions

December 29, 2024
Fulham vs Bournemouth

Fulham and Bournemouth, two of the Premier League’s in-form teams, lock horns at Craven Cottage in what promises to be an evenly contested battle.

Fulham are brimming with confidence after securing a historic 2-1 win over Chelsea on Boxing Day, their first victory at Stamford Bridge in 45 years. This result has propelled them into eighth place, just behind Bournemouth, and a win could see them leapfrog their opponents.

Bournemouth, unbeaten in their last six matches, played out a goalless draw with Crystal Palace on Boxing Day. Despite the subdued performance, the Cherries have consistently shown resilience and are eyeing European qualification.

Both teams are navigating injury concerns, and the tactical battle between Marco Silva and Andoni Iraola will play a pivotal role in the outcome of this clash.

Match Details:

  • Fixture: Fulham vs Bournemouth
  • Date: December 29, 2024
  • Kick-Off Time (Nepal): 8:45 PM
  • Venue: Craven Cottage, London

Team News

Fulham:

  • Unavailable: Antonee Robinson (suspension), Sander Berge, Reiss Nelson (injuries)
  • Doubtful: Emile Smith Rowe
  • Expected Lineup: Leno; Castagne, Diop, Andersen, Bassey; Lukic, Cairney; Wilson, Pereira, Iwobi; Muniz

Bournemouth:

  • Unavailable: Justin Kluivert (suspension), Julian Araujo, Marcos Senesi, Marcus Tavernier, Alex Scott, Luis Sinisterra (injuries)
  • Doubtful: Adam Smith
  • Expected Lineup: Kepa; Aarons, Zabarnyi, Huijsen, Kerkez; Adams, Cook; Semenyo, Billing, Ouattara; Evanilson

Head-to-Head Stats:

  • Last Meeting: Fulham 3-1 Bournemouth (February 10, 2024)
  • Recent Record: Fulham: 1 win | Bournemouth: 2 wins | Draws: 2

Current Form (Last 5 Matches):

Fulham:

  • Chelsea 1-2 Fulham (26/12/24)
  • Fulham 0-0 Southampton (22/12/24)
  • Liverpool 2-2 Fulham (14/12/24)
  • Fulham 1-1 Arsenal (08/12/24)
  • Fulham 3-1 Brighton (05/12/24)

Bournemouth:

  • Bournemouth 0-0 Crystal Palace (26/12/24)
  • Man Utd 0-3 Bournemouth (22/12/24)
  • Bournemouth 1-1 West Ham (16/12/24)
  • Ipswich 1-2 Bournemouth (08/12/24)
  • Bournemouth 1-0 Tottenham (06/12/24)

Prediction:

This matchup features two evenly matched sides, both boasting strong form and ambitions of European football. Fulham’s well-balanced approach under Marco Silva will be tested against Bournemouth’s resilience.

While Bournemouth lack some dynamism due to key absences, Evanilson’s return should bolster their attacking threat. Fulham, buoyed by their Boxing Day success, may have the edge at home, but a draw seems likely between these closely matched teams.

Predicted Score: Fulham 2-2 Bournemouth

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