Fulham vs Manchester United Stats: Head-to-head Record and Insights

Fulham host Manchester United at Craven Cottage in London on 20 September 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 15:30 UTC in the Premier League Regular Season - 5. The fixture brings together a home side currently struggling near the bottom of the table and a visiting Manchester United team sitting in mid-table, both looking to correct early-season inconsistencies. In this context, Fulham vs Manchester United stats take on added importance as both clubs search for momentum.

After four league matches, Fulham are 18th with 1 point, a goal difference of -3, and a record of 0 wins, 1 draw, and 3 defeats. Manchester United arrive in 13th place with 4 points, having won 1, drawn 1, and lost 2, with a neutral goal difference. With Fulham’s home form under pressure and United yet to win away, this match could be a significant early-season marker, and the Fulham vs Manchester United stats offer a clear guide to the balance of power.

Head-to-head record

The record shows a recent series of competitive encounters where Manchester United have generally held the upper hand, with Fulham occasionally disrupting the pattern.

• Previous meetings: 5
• Fulham wins: 0
• Draws: 2
• Manchester United wins: 3

Fulham vs Manchester United Timeline & Historical Context

The Fulham vs Manchester United timeline in the available data spans five competitive fixtures across the Premier League and FA Cup, illustrating a rivalry where United have consistently found ways to take results, especially at Old Trafford, while Fulham have been more competitive at Craven Cottage.

The sequence begins with a Premier League clash at Old Trafford on 16 August 2024 in the 2024 season opener. Manchester United, playing at home, edged Fulham 1-0 after a goalless first half. Later in that same 2024 Premier League season, on 26 January 2025 at Craven Cottage, United again prevailed, winning 1-0 away after a 0-0 half-time scoreline in a tight contest.

On 2 March 2025, the clubs met in the FA Cup 5th Round at Old Trafford. Fulham led 1-0 at half-time, but the match finished 1-1 after extra time. The tie was decided on penalties, with Fulham winning 4-3 in the shootout. Statistically, this counts as a draw in the head-to-head record, but it was a significant knockout success for Fulham at a difficult venue.

The 2025 Premier League season produced two further meetings. On 24 August 2025 at Craven Cottage (Regular Season - 2), Fulham and Manchester United drew 1-1, with a 0-0 half-time scoreline before both sides found the net after the break. Most recently, on 1 February 2026 at Old Trafford (Regular Season - 24 of the 2025 league season), United won 3-2 at home, having led 1-0 at half-time. That high-scoring encounter underlined United’s attacking threat at home and Fulham’s ability to stay competitive on the scoresheet.

Fulham vs Manchester United Head to Head Overall Breakdown

The head-to-head numbers underline Manchester United’s advantage, but also show that Fulham have been able to keep matches relatively close, especially in London.

Overall Record & Goals:

• Total Goals Scored: Fulham 4 - 6 Manchester United
• Average Goals per Match: Fulham 0.80 vs Manchester United 1.20

Venue Split Performance:

• At Craven Cottage: 2 matches played here — Fulham won 0 (as home side), Manchester United won 1 (as away side), 1 draw
• At Old Trafford: 3 matches played here — Manchester United won 2 (as home side), Fulham won 0 (as away side), 1 draw (decided by Fulham 4-3 on penalties in the FA Cup)

Fulham vs Manchester United Last Results: Past Direct Meetings

Here are the Fulham vs Manchester United last results in recent competitive fixtures:

• 1 February 2026: Manchester United 3-2 Fulham (Half-time: 1-0) – Premier League, Regular Season - 24
• 24 August 2025: Fulham 1-1 Manchester United (Half-time: 0-0) – Premier League, Regular Season - 2
• 2 March 2025: Manchester United 1-1 Fulham (Half-time: 0-1) – FA Cup, 5th Round (Fulham won 4-3 on penalties)
• 26 January 2025: Fulham 0-1 Manchester United (Half-time: 0-0) – Premier League, Regular Season - 23
• 16 August 2024: Manchester United 1-0 Fulham (Half-time: 0-0) – Premier League, Regular Season - 1

Recent Form: Last 5 Matches Breakdown

Last 5 Fulham Matches Results and Stats

Fulham’s recent performance profile, based on their Premier League 2026 season to date, highlights a side under pressure defensively and struggling to turn performances into wins. Across four league fixtures, Fulham have yet to record a victory, with 1 draw and 3 defeats. They have scored 4 goals and conceded 7, averaging 1.0 goal scored and 1.8 conceded per match. At Craven Cottage, Fulham have scored 4 goals in 2 matches but conceded 6, underlining a tendency towards open, high-scoring home games without securing results.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 0, Draw 1, Lose 3 (season to date)

Last 5 Manchester United Matches Results and Stats

Manchester United’s 2026 Premier League form shows inconsistency but also a more potent attack than Fulham. Over four league matches, United have 1 win, 1 draw, and 2 defeats, with 7 goals scored and 7 conceded, for an average of 1.8 goals both for and against per match. At home they have been more productive in front of goal, but away from Old Trafford United have 2 goals scored and 4 conceded in 2 matches, with no away wins so far. Their defensive numbers suggest vulnerability, yet their attacking output remains a clear strength compared with Fulham.

• Recent Results Summary: Win 1, Draw 1, Lose 2 (season to date)

Historical Statistical Verdict

Historically, Manchester United hold a clear edge in this fixture, with 3 wins from 5 recent meetings and no defeats in regulation time. The goal tally of 6-4 in United’s favour, combined with stronger venue results at Old Trafford and a positive away record at Craven Cottage (1 win, 1 draw), tilts the Fulham vs Manchester United stats towards the visitors. Fulham’s notable FA Cup penalty shootout success at Old Trafford shows they can compete in one-off ties, but league outcomes have consistently leaned United’s way.

Current season form reinforces that picture. Fulham’s defensive record, especially at home, is concerning, while Manchester United’s attack has been more productive, even if their away results have yet to fully reflect that. With Fulham seeking their first league win and United looking to stabilize their campaign, the statistical trends point slightly towards Manchester United having the stronger platform, though Fulham’s ability to score at home suggests this could again be a competitive, goal-bearing contest.

Fulham vs Manchester United H2H Statistics updated on 15 September 2026.