Defending FA Cup champions Manchester United continue their title defense at Old Trafford against an in-form Fulham side on Sunday in a high-stakes fifth-round encounter.
United, fresh off a dramatic 3-2 Premier League win over Ipswich, seek another cup victory. Fulham, buoyed by four wins in five, arrive confident after a 2-1 triumph over Wolves.
🔴Man United Look to Keep FA Cup Hopes Alive | Home Win = 2.53💵
United have a formidable FA Cup record, winning their last 14 fifth-round ties. Despite inconsistent league form, the Red Devils have shown resilience in cup competitions.
With injuries piling up, Ruben Amorim’s side will rely on match-winners like Bruno Fernandes and Rasmus Hojlund to break down Fulham’s sturdy defense and extend their FA Cup run.
🤍Fulham Aim to Upset Holders | Away Win = 3.02💵
Marco Silva’s side have impressed on the road, winning their last four away games. The Cottagers seek their first FA Cup trophy ever, with a best finish as runners-up in 1975.
To do that, however, they will have to overcome a United side they’ve lost twice to this season in the league. With United’s defensive frailties, Fulham will look to exploit counter-attacks and maintain their scoring streak.
🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:
United will be without Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw, and Mason Mount due to injuries, while Patrick Dorgu is suspended. Mazraoui is expected to start, with Fernandes and Hojlund leading the attack.
Fulham miss Emile Smith Rowe and Reiss Nelson, while Sasa Lukic is available despite a league suspension. Muniz’s form makes him a key figure, supported by former United man Andreas Pereira.
Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 3.53
🏅United have won both meetings against Fulham this season (1-0 twice in the league). They also won a dramatic 2022-23 FA Cup quarter-final tie against the Cottagers. | Specials Market: Home/Draw Over 1.5 = 1.77
🏅Fulham have scored twice in each of their last seven away games, including wins over Chelsea and Newcastle and a draw with Liverpool at Anfield. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 1.5 = 1.97
🏅United have been defensively vulnerable, conceding in four of their last five matches, while Fulham’s attack has been consistent. | Main Market: GG (Yes) = 1.68
With a place in the FA Cup quarter-finals at stake, expect a thrilling contest as United aim to defend their title against a dangerous Fulham side.
🔗You can check out the FA Cup game, Man United vs Fulham, here on MSport.
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Barcelona, unbeaten in their last six La Liga matches, aim to continue their winning streak when they host Real Sociedad at Estadi Olímpic Lluís Companys on Sunday.
The league leaders are fresh from a thrilling 4-4 Copa del Rey draw with Atletico Madrid and will be looking to extend their advantage at the top of the table. Meanwhile, Real Sociedad, sitting ninth, are keen to close the gap on the European spots.
🔴Barcelona Aim to Maintain Top Spot | Home Win = 1.28💵
Barcelona have won their last five La Liga games, scoring 12 goals in the process. Hansi Flick’s men are in top form, having bounced back from early-season inconsistencies to sit ahead of rivals Real Madrid on the head-to-head record.
With a crucial Champions League clash against Benfica on the horizon, Barca will aim to balance squad rotation while keeping their momentum intact against a Sociedad side they lost to in the reverse fixture.
🔵Real Sociedad Look to Break into European Spots | Away Win = 11.12💵
Real Sociedad have struggled for consistency this season but remain just one point off sixth place in the league. A 3-0 victory over Leganes last weekend demonstrated their attacking potential, however, against a much better Real Madrid side in the Copa del Rey semi-final 1st leg, it faltered.
Despite being winless in their last three away matches, Imanol Alguacil’s side will take confidence from their earlier 1-0 win over Barcelona this season and their ability to frustrate top teams.
🗝️Key Players & Team News📰:
Barcelona remain without Marc Bernal and Marc-Andre ter Stegen, but Andreas Christensen returns from injury. Flick is expected to recall Robert Lewandowski and Ronald Araujo after they were rested in the Copa del Rey.
For Real Sociedad, suspensions rule out Sheraldo Becker and Takefusa Kubo, while Igor Zubeldia is back from a ban. Martin Zubimendi will be key in midfield, while Mikel Oyarzabal is set to lead the attack.
🔢Match Stats & Betting Odds | Draw = 6.37💵
⚽Barcelona have won five (5) straight league games and are unbeaten in their last six in all competitions. | Specials Market: Home & Under 3.5 = 2.06
⚽Real Sociedad have lost two and won two of their last 4 league meetings against Barca. The two wins were at home (1-0) and away (1-2) for them. | Specials Market: Draw/Away & Over 1.5 = 5.00
⚽The last three meetings between these sides have seen under 2.5 goals scored, indicating a tight contest. | Main Market: Under 3.5 = 1.57
With Barcelona eyeing another win to maintain their top position and Sociedad battling for European qualification, Sunday’s clash promises to be a fiercely contested battle.
🔗You can check out the Laliga game Barca vs Sociedad, on MSport.