Sports Update: Fulham vs Arsenal Preview

Match Details:

• Event: English Premier League
• Location: Craven Cottage, London, United Kingdom
• Date and Time: Sat, Oct 18, 2025, at 5:30pm (16:30 GMT)
• Coverage: Detailed coverage available on Al Jazeera Sport from 2:30pm (13:30 GMT)

Team Performance Overview

Arsenal’s Current Season Performance

Arsenal commenced their season with a 1-0 victory against Manchester United. Having won eight out of ten matches this season, their only setbacks were a 1-0 defeat to Liverpool and a 1-1 draw with Manchester City. Arsenal has maintained a strong defensive record, conceding only twice in the last seven matches.

Fulham’s Current Season Performance

Fulham experienced a positive start but recently faced consecutive losses. Despite these setbacks, they remain unbeaten at home this season. Their recent defeats were against Aston Villa and Bournemouth, both away from home.

Historical Context

Arsenal’s Historical Achievements

Arsenal last secured the Premier League title in 2004 and have won the league 13 times since their first title in 1931.

Fulham’s Historical Achievements

Fulham has not yet won the English top-flight title. Their highest achievement is winning the second-tier title three times, with their last win in 2022.

Head-to-Head and Recent Matches

Recent Meetings Between Fulham and Arsenal

In their last encounter, Arsenal defeated Fulham 2-1. The previous season’s match at Craven Cottage ended in a 1-1 draw.

Head-to-Head Statistics

This upcoming match marks the 66th meeting between the teams, with Arsenal winning 43 matches and Fulham securing nine victories.

Team News

Fulham Team Updates

Key player Sasa Lukic is sidelined due to an adductor injury. Raul Jimenez and Samuel Chukwueze are also doubtful for the upcoming match.

Arsenal Team Updates

Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, and Gabriel Jesus are currently unavailable due to injuries. Ben White’s participation remains uncertain pending fitness assessment.

Projected Lineups

Fulham Projected Starting Lineup

Leno; Diop, Bassey, Andersen; Castagne, Berge, Cairney, Sessegnon; Wilson, Iwobi; King

Arsenal Projected Starting Lineup

Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Eze, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyokeres, Trossard

Recent Form Guides

Fulham’s last five EPL matches: L-W-W-L-L

Arsenal’s last five EPL matches: D-W-W-W-W