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Match Readiness Report: Fulham vs Manchester Utd
1. Main Players Comparison
Fulham
Core: Leno (GK, 38 apps, 3420 mins, 1G), Bassey (34 apps), Andersen (29 apps). Robinson (3167 mins, 10A) OUT injured – big loss on the left.
Midfield & Attack: Iwobi (9G, 6A), Smith Rowe (6G, 3A), Pereira (2G, 4A). Lukic (2G) + Berge provide balance.
Strike Force: Jiménez (12G, 3A), supported by Smith Rowe & Iwobi.
OUT put: ~29 goals, ~23 assists from offensive core.
Stability: Compact midfield and reliable defense, but Robinson’s absence removes attacking width.
Manchester United
Core: De Ligt (25 apps, 2G), Maguire (19 apps, 1G), Dalot (31 apps, 3A). Martínez & Mazraoui OUT – depth weakened.
Midfield & Attack: Fernandes (8G, 10A) the creative leader. Sesko (13G, 5A), Diallo (8G, 6A) give scoring width. Rashford (4G, 1A) still searching for top form.
OUT put: ~36 goals, ~28 assists from attacking core.
Stability: More attacking options than Fulham, but weakened defense with injuries and no natural striker with Højlund + Zirkzee OUT .
Verdict: United’s attack is superior in variety and productivity, but Fulham’s midfield is consistent. Robinson’s absence hurts Fulham badly; United suffer from striker depth issues.
2. New Players Comparison
Fulham
Additions: Lecomte (GK, cover), Adama Traoré (2G, 7A).
OUT put: ~2 goals, ~7 assists.
Impact: Adama adds pace and creativity from the bench, useful in transitions.
Manchester United
Additions: Bryan Mbeumo (20G, 7A), Matheus Cunha (15G, 6A), Sesko (13G, 5A).
OUT put: ~48 goals, ~18 assists combined.
Impact: Signings transformed United’s attack into a multi-scorer system.
Verdict: United’s new signings have had massive attacking impact. Fulham’s only real boost is Adama’s pace, not comparable.
3. Substitutes Comparison
Fulham
Impact Players: Muniz (8G, 1A in 952 mins), Wilson (6G, 1A), Sessegnon (4G, 2A, doubtful), Cairney (2G).
Totals: ~18 goals, ~5 assists.
Depth: Strong bench impact, especially in forward positions.
Manchester United
Impact Players: Sancho (3G, 4A), Rashford (4G, 1A), Eriksen (1G, 2A), Mount (1G).
Totals: ~9 goals, ~7 assists.
Depth: Reduced impact with Højlund + Zirkzee unavailable.
Verdict: Fulham’s substitutes offer more direct scoring punch, while United’s bench has creativity but lacks finishing.
4. Consolidated Quality Scorecard
Category | Fulham | Manchester United |
Main Players | ⭐⭐⭐ (29G, 23A, but Robinson OUT ) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (36G, 28A, stronger attack) |
New Players | ⭐⭐ (Adama adds depth, limited OUT put) | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (Mbeumo, Cunha, Sesko huge impact) |
Substitutes | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ (18G, 5A, strong scoring bench) | ⭐⭐⭐ (9G, 7A, weakened by absences) |
Overall Depth | Balanced but reliant on Iwobi & Jiménez | Attack-heavy but fragile defense |
Key Weakness | Loss of Robinson leaves left flank open | No natural striker, injury-hit backline |
5. Predicted OUT come
Momentum & Depth: United’s starters carry more firepower; Fulham’s bench has better finishing impact.
Attacking Balance: Fulham rely heavily on Jiménez + Iwobi, while United spread goals among Fernandes, Sesko, Diallo, and Cunha.
Defensive Solidity: Fulham miss Robinson’s defensive cover and attacking overlap. United lack Martínez & Mazraoui, which weakens structure.
Likely Result: United edge the clash through superior frontline depth and creativity, though Fulham’s bench impact could change momentum late.
Expected Scoreline:
- Fulham 1 – 2 Manchester United