Verdict: Igor Jesus over 0.5 shots on target
Best Odds: 8/11
Bookmaker: Luckster
Two camps who will be desperate to widen their buffer over the drop zone on Monday night, Fulham will welcome Nottingham Forest to Craven Cottage.
Fulham
Starting with the hosts, suffering last-gasp heartbreak away at Newcastle earlier in the week as they watched their EFL Cup adventure come to an end following a 2-1 loss at St. James’ Park, Fulham have continued to show some real issues this season. Although Marco Silva’s men might have opened up the 2025/26 campaign with their sights set on mounting a genuine European charge, it has been suggested that the former Everton boss is growing frustrated in west London. Despite clinging to a nail-biting 3-2 victory against Burnley last weekend, Fulham have lost each of their other three appearances against top-flight opposition. Getting December underway with a remarkable 5-4 defeat at home against Manchester City, Silva will certainly have a mounting headache over his side’s recent defensive struggles.
Fulham Team News
Once again missing out away at Newcastle earlier in the week, Brazilian striker Rodrigo Muniz remains on the sidelines with a hamstring issues. Likewise, all set to feature for Nigeria at the 2026 AFCON, Fulham will be without the trio of Calvin Bassey, Samuel Chukwueze and former Arsenal youngster Alex Iwobi.
Embarking on what has become a sensational run of form and now notching eight goals in his previous nine appearances for club and country, Wales international Harry Wilson should play a leading role in attack. Ex-West Ham defender Issa Diop could make a first Premier League appearance since the end of October.
Nottingham Forest
As for the visitors, while Sean Dyche might have only arrived at the City Ground two months ago, Nottingham Forest are clearly enjoying life under the former Everton boss. Dragging themselves out of the relegation zone, Monday’s guests were also last seen collecting a heavyweight scalp. Storming their way to a routine 3-0 romp at home against Tottenham, the Reds will be dreaming of a repeat performance when they travel to west London. Already wrapping up a Europa League knockout stage ticket as they clinched a 2-1 win away at Dutch outfit Utrecht last week, Forest have won three of their previous four appearances across all competitions. It should also be highlighted, including a famous 3-0 victory against Liverpool on November 22nd, Dyche’s side have lost just one of their last five showdowns on the road.
Nottingham Forest Team News
All still dealing with respective injury issues, Nottingham Forest will travel to west London on Monday night without the likes of Ola Aina, Taiwo Awoniyi and New Zealand international Chris Wood. Likewise, both set to feature at the 2026 AFCON, the duo of Willy Boly and Ibrahim Sangare will miss out at Craven Cottage.
Bagging a Premier League brace against Tottenham last week, former Chelsea star Callum Hudson-Odoi will keep his spot from the start. Continuing to attract plenty of plaudits from across the continent, England international Elliot Anderson will play a leading role in the middle of the park.
Fulham vs Nottingham Forest Key Factors to Consider
When Fulham last welcomed Nottingham Forest to Craven Cottage back on February 15th, Monday’s hosts collected a 2-1 victory.
In fact, Fulham have won five of their previous six Premier League meetings against Forest.
Along with shipping at least a pair of goals in all of their last four outings, Fulham have also registered just a sole clean sheet from their previous seven appearances.
Nottingham Forest have won three of their previous four appearances across all competitions.
Wales international Harry Wilson has recorded eight goals in his previous nine appearances for club and country.
Conclusion
Storming their way to an empathic 3-0 romp against Tottenham last time out, Nottingham Forest will be dreaming of a repeat performance here. However, hit with a 2-1 loss when they last travelled to Craven Cottage back in February, Dyche’s side do hold a nightmare recent record against Monday’s hosts. Losing six of their previous seven Premier League showdowns against Fulham, both camps will be desperate to widen their buffer over the drop zone. Although the Cottagers might open Monday’s showdown pencilled in as a standout contender, Silva’s men have continued to show some worrying defensive issues.
Verdict: Igor Jesus over 0.5 shots on target
Best Odds: 8/11
Bookmaker: Luckster
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