After securing a remarkable come from behind win against Brighton and Hove Albion, Fulham will look to continue their winning momentum when they face Crystal Palace on Saturday.
The Cottagers will be full of confidence after scoring four times to turn the game against Brighton on its head, and emerge 4-2 winners over the Seagulls in midweek.
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Alfie Mawson is unlikely to feature as he is nursing an injury. Andre Frank Zambo Anguissa is not match-fit, while Joe Bryan is a doubt.
Predicted Fulham lineup vs Crystal Palace
Defence
Claudio Ranieri might revert to a four-man backline, and Tim Ream might be omitted from the starting lineup. The duo of Denis Odoi and Maxime Le Marchand might be deployed at the heart of the Fulham defence.
Cyrus Christie, as usual, will occupy the right-back slot, but with Joe Bryan a doubt, Ryan Sessegnon might feature in the left-back position.
Sergio Rico is likely to retain his place in between the sticks. The Spaniard has already conceded 10 goals in his last four league matches, but has come up with some crucial saves as well.
Midfield
Calum Chambers has excelled in the holding midfield role of late, and the former Southampton star should continue to feature in the midfield. Chambers’ defensive prowess will be key in dealing with Palace’s pace on the break.
Chambers will be partnered by the ever-impressive Jean-Michael Seri, who will be burdened with the responsibility of providing the creativity while going forward. The former Nice superstar has delivered 48 key passes this season – more than any other player in the team.
Elsewhere, Ranieri may opt for Tom Cairney over Andre Schurrle in the right midfield position, after the Fulham club captain produced an excellent display in the win over Brighton.
Schurrle, meanwhile, has delivered a host of disappointing performances in the past few matches and might not start, especially with new signing Ryan Babel making quite an impact after joining the club in January. The former Liverpool star will be deployed on the left side of the midfield.
Attack
The Fulham attack will be led by Aleksandar Mitrovic, who scored a brace during the 4-2 win over Brighton. He will be partnered by Luciano Vietto, who, thus far, has been an impact player under Ranieri.
Stat courtesy: Whoscored
