Fulham vs Manchester City Prediction, Odds and Betting Tips 11/05/2024

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Fulham vs Manchester City. Shape of the Teams

With just a few Premier League games left on the calendar, the title is far from decided. In the upcoming EPL round, Manchester City is set to make a crucial visit to London to face 13th-placed Fulham.

The London-based team snagged just one victory in their last five outings, a 2-0 win against West Ham. Although a significant win, it’s hardly sufficient.

When we broaden the view, we see that Fulham has only won three games in the last ten. Intriguingly, their other two scalps came against Tottenham (3-0) and Brighton (3-0). This makes Fulham a team good enough to cause trouble for top-tier teams but far too inconsistent on the wider scale to play for the prizes. A trait that was particularly noticeable in their recent draws against Crystal Palace (1-1) and Brentford (0-0).

All eyes are now on Fulham, particularly as they prepare to square off against a formidable Manchester City. Arsenal might be leading by one point, but the Citizens have a game in hand, and if they triumph in their remaining fixtures, they’ll lift the trophy. 

City’s current form speaks for itself, as they remain undefeated at home. In their last three matches, City scored eleven goals while only conceding three, and Fulham will have to find a way to weather this storm. 

More importantly, Fulham’s defensive vulnerabilities have been their Achilles’ heel throughout the season. And if there is one thing to avoid against Manchester City, it’s exactly this weakness.

Fulham vs Manchester City Main Match Info

• Date and Kickoff Time: Saturday, 11 April, 7:30 AM EDT
• Stadium: Craven Cottage
• Location: London, England
• Last match: Manchester City vs Fulham: 5-1 (September 2, 2023, Premier League)

Fulham vs Manchester City, Prediction, Odds

• Pick: Manchester City victory
• Odds: -417 (Tonybet)

The betting odds are clear on this one: Fulham’s chances of taking the three points home are slim. This comes as no surprise, given that the London-based team already got a taste of City’s medicine in September when they were handed a 5-1 drubbing. 

This result reflects City’s stereotypical dominance, characterized by an unbeaten run that seems unstoppable – a nightmare for any English team facing them, especially in the second half of the season.

Manchester City is expected to overload João Palhinha’s workload, who is the main defensive anchor in City’s path against Fulham. The Citizens are known for their tactical rotations, with Foden and Grealish set to receive much attention. Without a doubt, the two Englishmen have been more than important. Foden has been enjoying his best season to date as he commands the team around him. 

Grealish has had a quieter campaign, but his story is that of a player who sometimes takes a hit for the team.

What makes it particularly daunting for Fulham is that Pep Guardiola can change the entire dynamic with just a few tactical tweaks and substitutions. Jeremy Doku and Erling Haaland are the chaos needed to combine the organization. Although Haaland has faced criticism lately for not living up to his usual standards, it is undeniable that on his day, he remains one of the best. 

Fully aware that Fulham’s backline is not the most compact, this could be a game to silence critics like Roy Keane – who labelled him a ‘League Two player’ a few months ago and more recently named him a ‘spoiled brat.’

Fulham will likely rely on transitions, but there seems little hope for them. Their defensive frailties have been exposed before, and when facing Manchester City, this could become a decisive issue. 

Fulham vs Manchester City Betting Tip

• Pick: City over 2.5
• Odds: -134  (Tonybet) 

For a team that lacks Arsenal’s pressing intensity, the chances of surviving Manchester City’s wave of successive attacks are usually rather low. 

Fulham, despite having the home advantage, is unlikely to find the tools it needs to halt Manchester City’s assault. With a fully fit squad and all players available, once the first goal hits the net, the second is usually around the corner. 

Many will still remember the first encounter in September when Manchester City hosted Fulham, which ended 5-1 in favour of City. A repeat performance is not out of the question.

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