Fulham vs Bournemouth – Match preview and team news

Fulham

Alex Iwobi and Ryan Sessegnon are definitely ruled out for this weekend’s clash. Marco Silva remains hopeful that Kevin can feature after a long spell on the sidelines. Sander Berge and Raúl Jiménez are currently being assessed following recent illness and fitness concerns. Bernd Leno is set to make his 148th consecutive Premier League appearance. This represents the longest current run in the competition.

Bournemouth

Justin Kluivert is expected to return to the matchday squad after four months out following knee surgery. However, the trip to west London comes too soon for midfielder Lewis Cook. Eli Junior Kroupi remains a primary threat after netting twelve league goals this season. Only five teenagers have ever scored more in a single Premier League campaign. Evanilson is likely to lead the line in an unchanged starting eleven.

Form

Fulham

Fulham enter this fixture following a heavy 3–0 defeat at the Emirates Stadium last weekend. Sickness hampered the squad before that match, but the Cottagers remain competitive in eighth place. They have won both of the matches in which they found the net recently. Silva’s side typically dictate the tempo at home and rely on a strong defensive structure.

Bournemouth

Bournemouth are currently the toughest side to beat in the top flight. They have not tasted defeat in any of their previous fifteen outings. Their away defence has improved significantly, conceding just six goals in their last eight road games. This follows a period where they shipped three goals per match earlier in the season. Iraola’s attackers have rediscovered their clinical form at the perfect time.

Predicted lineups

Fulham Predicted XI: Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Berge, Lukic; Wilson, King, Chukwueze; Jimenez

Bournemouth Predicted XI: Petrovic; Smith, Hill, Senesi, Truffert; Adams, Scott; Rayan, Kroupi, Tavernier; Evanilson

How to watch Fulham vs Bournemouth?

The match on Saturday, 9 May 2026, will not be broadcast live in the United Kingdom. This is due to the traditional 3:00 PM blackout restrictions.

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