Preview & Prediction: Fulham FC vs Wolverhampton Wanderers FC

As Fulham FC prepares to face Wolverhampton Wanderers FC on November 23, 2024, there is reason to believe the home side may have the upper hand in this encounter. Historically, Fulham hasn’t fared well against Wolves, winning only 4 out of their last 24 meetings, with Wolves securing 12 victories and 8 matches ending in a draw. However, the current forms of both teams present a compelling case for Fulham.

Fulham’s home performance has been solid, averaging 2 points per game this season in the Premier League, whereas Wolverhampton Wanderers have struggled on the road with a meager average of 0.4 points per game. Wolves’ poor away form could be a critical factor, especially when considering the psychological advantage Fulham will have playing on home turf.

Previous matches between these two sides have seen an average of 2.67 goals and a nearly even chance of both teams scoring (46% BTTS rate). This suggests that while Fulham may have struggled historically, there are opportunities for goals from both sides in this matchup.

Taking into account Fulham’s decent home form and Wolves’ difficulties away, a Fulham win seems a plausible outcome. With their renewed confidence at home, Fulham could potentially exploit Wolverhampton’s vulnerabilities and secure a valuable victory in front of their fans. Expect a competitive match with a decent possibility of both teams finding the net, but Fulham might just edge it.

Insights

• Wolverhampton Wanderers have historically dominated the head-to-head matchup, winning 12 out of the last 24 meetings.
• Fulham has managed only 4 wins against Wolverhampton Wanderers in their last 24 encounters.
• There have been 8 draws between Fulham and Wolverhampton Wanderers in their 24 previous meetings.
• The last encounter ended with Wolverhampton Wanderers defeating Fulham 3-1.
• Matches between these two teams have averaged 2.67 goals per game.
• Both teams have found the back of the net in 46% of their past meetings (BTTS – Both Teams To Score).
• Fulham is currently displaying strong home form in the Premier League.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers are struggling with poor away form this season.
• Fulham has been averaging 2 Points Per Game at home in the Premier League this season.
• Wolverhampton Wanderers has been averaging just 0.4 Points Per Game at away matches in the current Premier League season.

Match Forecast

• Fulham will likely utilize their strength in attacking down the wings, exploiting Wolves’ weakness in defending against wing attacks.
• Fulham may have the advantage in possession football, trying to control the game in Wolves’ half.
• Wolverhampton will likely look for opportunities to counter-attack, capitalizing on Fulham’s vulnerabilities in defending against long shots and set pieces.
• Wolves’ proficiency in finishing scoring chances could be crucial in converting counter-attacks.
• Set pieces could be a critical situation for both teams, as defending them is a noted weakness for both Fulham and Wolves.
• There might be multiple offsides in the match, as Wolves tend to struggle in avoiding offside, and Fulham play an offside trap.
• Wolverhampton may attempt to steal the ball from Fulham to launch quick counter-attacks.
• The game could have several fouls around dangerous areas due to Wolves’ very weak ability to avoid fouling in such zones.