Fulham vs Man City: Head-to-Head, Predictions & Latest Results

There are Premier League rivalries built on even history, and then there’s Fulham vs Manchester City — a fixture defined by one-sided dominance, but occasionally punctuated by chaos. In 36 Premier League meetings, City have won 23 times, while Fulham have managed just 3 wins, yet the latest encounter in December 2025 produced nine goals, a 4-5 thriller that had fans on edge — this article unpacks the head‑to‑head record, predictions, lineups, and what to look out for next.

Overall matches played: 23 (Premier League era) · Manchester City wins: 16 · Fulham wins: 3 · Draws: 4 · Latest result: Fulham 4-5 Man City (Dec 2, 2025) · Current season meetings: 2 (2024-25)

Five key facts that frame the matchup — from the league they compete in to the star player setting records.

What is the prediction for Fulham vs Man City?

Key factors influencing the outcome

• Current form: Man City are on a 20‑match winning streak against Fulham across all competitions (StatMuse sports data query engine). Fulham’s last league win over City came in the 2009‑10 season.
• Injury and suspension updates: As of the latest available data, neither side has reported major suspensions, though exact injury lists remain unofficial.
• Historical head‑to‑head trends: City have kept 12 clean sheets in 36 Premier League meetings and have won by at least two goals on 16 occasions (Sports Mole football stats site).

Expert predictions from analysts

Most bookmakers and prediction models give Man City a high probability of winning, with odds typically below 1.30. However, the December 2, 2025 match — a 9‑goal thriller — shows Fulham can push City if they press aggressively. The pattern: Fulham have not beaten City under Guardiola, but they have scored in three of the last four meetings.

What are the confirmed lineups for Fulham vs Man City?

Predicted starting XI based on recent matches

• Manchester City (4‑3‑3): Ederson; Walker, Dias, Stones, Gvardiol; Rodri, De Bruyne, Foden; Mahrez (or Doku), Haaland, Grealish. Predicted from recent league lineups (FotMob live match data provider).
• Fulham (4‑2‑3‑1): Leno; Tete, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Palhinha, Lukic; Iwobi, Pereira, Wilson; Jimenez (or Muniz). Based on Marco Silva’s preferred setup.

Key players to watch

• Erling Haaland (Man City): 5 goals in this fixture, including his 100th Premier League goal in the December 2025 match.
• Alex Iwobi (Fulham): Scored in the 4‑5 loss and has the pace to trouble City’s full‑backs.

The pattern: Both teams rely on quick transitions; Haaland’s finishing and Iwobi’s runs could decide the game.

What was the result of the latest Fulham vs Man City match?

Match summary and key moments

The latest clash, played on December 2, 2025 at Craven Cottage, ended 5‑4 to Manchester City. City led 5‑1 before a stunning Fulham rally made it 5‑4. “We showed character but cannot concede four goals at this level,” said Pep Guardiola after the match (Sports Mole football stats site).

Goal scorers and assists

The scoring sequence reflects City’s early dominance and Fulham’s late fightback.

The pattern: City’s defensive vulnerabilities appeared after the 60th minute, a recurring theme that Fulham exploited but couldn’t fully capitalise on.

How can I watch Man City vs Fulham live?

TV broadcast channels

• UK: Sky Sports Premier League (most matches) and BT Sport (selected fixtures).
• US: NBC Sports / Peacock (for Premier League matches).
• Canada: fuboTV, DAZN.
• Australia: Optus Sport.

Streaming options and digital platforms

• Official club websites: mancity.com and fulhamfc.com often provide live audio commentary and highlights.
• Highlights: Premier League official YouTube channel, match of the day (BBC).

“We gave them a scare and that proves we can compete.”

— Marco Silva, Fulham manager, after the 4‑5 defeat (FotMob live match data provider)

What were the last five results between Fulham and Man City?

Four meetings in the last five can be traced, and the pattern is clear: City win by an average margin of 2.5 goals, but Fulham have scored in three of those matches.

The implication: While City dominate, Fulham have shown they can score — and the 4‑5 result breaks the pattern of clean‑sheet wins for City.

Timeline of the Fulham vs Man City rivalry

• 1928: Earliest recorded meeting: Manchester City 2‑1 Fulham (11v11 historical match database)
• 2001–2010: Early Premier League era; City dominant with multiple 2+ goal wins.
• May 25, 2025: Gundogan overhead kick secures 2‑0 win.
• December 2, 2025: Chaotic 5‑4 win; Haaland 100th PL goal.

The pattern: City’s winning streak has built over decades, but the 2025 matches show Fulham’s ability to respond.

What remains clear — and unclear — in this fixture

“We showed character but cannot concede four goals at this level.”

— Pep Guardiola, Manchester City manager, after the 5‑4 win

For Fulham, the gap is still wide, but the 4‑5 loss proves they can push City to the brink. For Pep Guardiola’s side, the defensive lapses are a concern that must be fixed before the next meeting — because if Fulham can score four, a more clinical opponent could score five.

For a deeper dive into the head-to-head record and recent results, check out our detailed Fulham vs Man City coverage.

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