The last time these West London rivals met in August, Chelsea claimed a 2-0 victory at Stamford Bridge. With the near neighbours both stealing draws at the death in their last league games, and the Blues travelling to Craven Cottage to face a Fulham side riding a five-match unbeaten EPL run, this game promises to be fiery.

It's Premier League action on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, as Chelsea makes the short trip to Craven Cottage. The visitors will be aiming to restart their campaign after a four-match winless run in the division.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

⚪Fulham: Eleventh (11th) on the table with 28 points.

🔵Chelsea: Fifth (5th) on the table with 31 points.

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊

 

🔥Fulham are on a five-match unbeaten run in the Premier League.

🔥Chelsea have won just one of their last six away matches in all tournaments.

🔥Fulham have scored in 11 of their 12 home games this season.

🔥Chelsea have won four of their last five capital clashes with Fulham.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

⚪Fulham | Form: W🟢L🔴W🟢W🟢D🟡D🟡

Marco Silva's side is in strong form, taking 11 points from their last 15 available. Their confidence will be high after a 97th-minute equalizer from Harrison Reed secured a 2-2 draw with Liverpool.

While missing several key players to the Africa Cup of Nations, the team has adapted well. They are pushing for European qualification and sit just three points behind Chelsea in the table.

 

🔵Chelsea | Form: W🟢W🟢D🟡L🔴D🟡D🟡

The Blues showed resilience to grab a last-gasp equalizer against Manchester City. Enzo Fernandez's late bundler secured a valuable point, but the team is in a patch of poor away form.

Chelsea could force their way back into the top four with a victory here. The possible arrival of a new boss could provide a fresh impetus for the visitors.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

⚪Fulham (possible):

Leno, Cuenca, Andersen, Diop, Castagne, Berge, Lukic, Robinson, Wilson, Kevin, Jimenez.

 

🔵Chelsea (possible):

Jorgensen, James, Chalobah, Badiashile, Gusto, Caicedo, Fernandez, Estevao, Pedro, Neto, Delap.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨Enzo Fernandez — Scored the crucial late equalizer against Manchester City and is central to Chelsea's midfield.

✨Harrison Reed — His stunning long-range strike rescued a point against Liverpool; his energy could be impactful.

✨Moises Caicedo — Returns from suspension to bolster Chelsea's midfield in the derby.

✨Raul Jimenez — Leads the line for a Fulham side that scores consistently at home.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵Fulham/Home to win = 3.47

💵Chelsea/Away to win = 2.17

💵Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.68

💵Over 2.5 total goals = 1.81

 

This derby presents a clash of momentum: an in-form Fulham side strong at home faces a Chelsea team desperate to rediscover winning ways on the road.

With European places in sight for both and a history of close contests, Craven Cottage is set for a fiery West London Premier League night.

Who do you think will take the points? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

 

 

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The last time Athletic Bilbao faced Barcelona in a Spanish Super Cup final in 2021, they emerged as 3-2 victors. This time, the teams meet in the semifinal, with a high-flying Blaugrana side facing an Athletic team battling for consistency.

It's Spanish Super Cup action on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, as Barcelona face Athletic Bilbao. Blaugrana boss Hansi Flick will be aiming to steer his dominant side into another final.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🔵 Barcelona: Top (1st) of La Liga.

🔴 Athletic Bilbao: Eighth (8th) in La Liga.

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head📊

 

🔥 Barcelona are on an eight-match winning streak in all competitions.

🔥 Barcelona are unbeaten in their last five meetings against Athletic.

🔥 Barcelona have conceded just once in their last five games against Athletic.

🔥 Athletic's last Super Cup win over Barcelona was a 3-2 victory in the 2021 final.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🔵Barcelona | Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢W🟢:

Hansi Flick's side are the heavy favourites and defending champions. They have not lost a domestic fixture since the end of October.

Barcelona beat Athletic 4-0 in the league this season and will be confident of booking a spot in Sunday's final.

 

🔴Athletic Bilbao | Form: W🟢D🟡L🔴W🟢L🔴D🟡:

It has been a difficult first half of the campaign for Ernesto Valverde's side. They have only one win in their last five matches.

The Lions know what it takes to win this cup, but face a tough task against an in-form Barcelona.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🔵Barcelona (possible):

J Garcia; Kounde, Cubarsi, Martin, Balde; E Garcia, De Jong; Raphinha, Pedri, Yamal; Torres.

 

🔴Athletic Bilbao (possible):

Simon; Gorosabel, Vivian, Paredes, Boiro; Ruiz de Galarreta, Jauregizar; I Williams, Sancet, N Williams; Guruzeta.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨ Lamine Yamal — set to operate in a wide area for Barcelona, providing an attacking threat.

✨ Nico Williams — admired by Barcelona, his pace and skills will be key for Athletic on the counter.

✨ Ferran Torres — expected to lead the line for Barcelona and look to score.

✨ Gorka Guruzeta — scored last time out for Athletic and will look to keep his starting spot.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵 Barcelona to win = 1.53

💵 Athletic Bilbao to win = 5.98

💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.66

💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 1.53

 

This clash presents a classic contrast: a confident, in-form Barcelona side chasing history faces an Athletic team desperate to salvage their season.

With history offering a slim hope for the underdogs, the stage in Jeddah is set for a compelling Spanish Super Cup night.

Who do you think will advance to the final? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

 

🔗 You can follow the Barcelona vs Athletic Bilbao game here on MSport.

 

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The last time South Africa faced Cameroon at the Africa Cup of Nations in 1996, Bafana Bafana secured a 3-0 victory on their way to lifting the trophy.

This time, they meet again in the knockout stage, only now under the guidance of Hugo Broos, the coach who delivered Cameroon’s last AFCON title in 2017.

It's AFCON Round of 16 action on Sunday, January 4, as South Africa takes on an unbeaten Cameroon side in Marrakech. Bafana boss Hugo Broos will be aiming to mastermind a victory against the nation he once led to glory.

 

📈Team Form📉

 

🔹 South Africa: Finished second in Group B with six points. 

🔸 Cameroon: Finished second in Group F on the same points (7) as first-placed Ivory Coast, their group unbeaten.

 

📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head📊

 

🔥 South Africa has conceded four goals in three group games, a defensive concern.

🔥 Cameroon have let in just two goals so far in the tournament.

🔥 This is the 10th meeting; South Africa has lost just once (3 wins, 5 draws).

🔥 Their only AFCON clash was a 3-0 South Africa win in 1996.

 

🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥

 

🟡South Africa | Form: W🟢L🔴W🟢:

Hugo Broos’s side showed attacking threat with five group goals, but worryingly conceded four. Their previously solid defence has become a vulnerability they must fix to advance.

 

🟢Cameroon | Form: W🟢D🟡W🟢:

Unbeaten and scoring in every game, Cameroon blend youth with experience. Coach David Pagou has labelled South Africa as favourites, perhaps aiming to ease pressure on his developing side.

 

👥 Predicted Lineups 👥

 

🟡South Africa (possible):

Williams; Mudau, Modiba, Mbokazi, Ngezana; Mokoena, Aubaas, Mbule; Mofokeng, Appollis, Foster.

 

🟢Cameroon (possible):

Epasy; Tolo, Kotto, Malone; Yongwa, Baleba, Avom, Tchamadeu; Loader, Mbeumo; Kofane.

 

🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀

 

✨Ronwen Williams – The Bafana goalkeeper will be crucial if the defence is breached again.

✨Christian Bassogog – The experienced winger remains from Broos’ 2017 winning squad.

✨Bryan Mbeumo – Provides the attacking intelligence for Cameroon.

✨Relebohile Mofokeng – A strong candidate to spark South Africa’s creativity.

 

💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵

 

💵South Africa/Home to win = 3.37

💵Cameroon/Away to win = 2.52

💵Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.95

💵Over 2.5 total goals = 2.35

 

This clash is a tactical battle between Broos’s experience and Pagou’s new-look Cameroon. With historical advantage but current defensive woes, South Africa faces a perfect test of their knockout pedigree.

Who do you think will secure a quarter-final spot? Tell us your prediction in the comments.

 

 

🔗 You can follow the South Africa vs Cameroon game here on MSport.

 

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