Fulham suffered a heartbreaking defeat within the EFL Cup semi-final, however they’ve an opportunity to redeem themselves within the FA Cup fourth-round conflict towards Newcastle United at Craven Cottage.
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Within the earlier spherical, Fulham secured a slender victory over Rotherham United with a single purpose. However, Newcastle United comfortably defeated Sunderland 3-0 within the Tyne-Put on derby.
Trying again on the EFL Cup semi-final, Fulham had a one-goal lead towards Liverpool however ultimately misplaced as a result of a deflected strike.
Goalkeeper Bernd Leno may have performed higher to stop the purpose. Nevertheless, Fulham managed to equalize within the second half, because of Harry Wilson’s help to Issa Diop. Sadly, they couldn’t pressure additional time and missed out on a last with Chelsea.
Within the third-round tie, Fulham struggled towards Rotherham’s defensive strategy however managed to win with Bobby Decordova-Reid’s first-half purpose.
That is their fifth consecutive yr reaching the fourth spherical, however they’ve solely progressed as soon as previously 4 seasons.
Newcastle United, regardless of their aspirations for European qualification, nonetheless share a heated rivalry with Sunderland.
Of their latest encounter, they emerged victorious with a snug 3-0 win, courtesy of Alexander Isak’s brace and an personal purpose from Daniel Ballard. Nevertheless, they suffered a slender 3-2 defeat to Manchester Metropolis within the Premier League.
With their win towards Sunderland, Newcastle ended a streak of three consecutive third-round exits. Nevertheless, they’ve struggled to advance previous the fourth spherical in recent times, with their final quarter-final look ending in a defeat towards Manchester Metropolis.
Curiously, Newcastle United defeated Fulham 3-0 earlier within the Premier League season. They are going to be trying to lengthen their profitable run towards the Cottagers within the FA Cup conflict.
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Fulham will likely be lacking Fode Ballo-Toure, Calvin Bassey, and Alex Iwobi as a result of their involvement within the Africa Cup of Nations.
Adama Traore can also be sidelined with a thigh harm. Fatigue could result in some modifications within the lineup, with gamers like Harry Wilson, Kenny Tete, and Harrison Reed pushing for a beginning spot.
Newcastle United will likely be with out a number of key gamers, together with Joelinton, who underwent surgical procedure for a thigh harm.
Sandro Tonali, Nick Pope, Elliot Anderson, Joe Willock, Harvey Barnes, Matt Targett, and Jacob Murphy are additionally unavailable.
Callum Wilson is unlikely to function, however Tino Livramento ought to return from sickness. Kieran Trippier, who was just lately linked with Bayern Munich, will captain the crew.
Doable Beginning Lineups:
Fulham: (4-2-3-1)
Rodak;
Tete, Diop, Ream, Robinson;
Reed, Palhinha;
Wilson, Pereira, Decordova-Reid;
Jimenez
Newcastle United: (4-3-3)
Dubravka;
Trippier, Schar, Botman, Burn;
Longstaff, Guimaraes, Miley;
Almiron, Isak, Gordon
Prediction: Fulham 0-2 Newcastle United
Regardless of Fulham’s commendable efficiency towards Liverpool, the midweek match could have taken a toll on their vitality ranges.
Newcastle, then again, had a two-week break and can capitalize on Fulham’s fatigue to progress within the FA Cup.