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Premier
League: Fulham vs Arsenal
Kickoff
Time: 2023-12-31 22:00 (HKT)
Source:REUTERS/ISABEL
INFANTES
Fulham
suffered a 0-3 defeat away to Bournemouth in the previous round, marking their
third consecutive loss in the league. Their recent form has been sluggish,
particularly notable as they failed to score any goals and conceded a total of
eight goals in these three matches. However, prior to this downturn, Fulham had
a positive spell where they achieved three wins and one loss in four league
matches, scoring an impressive 16 goals during that period. The turning point
in Fulham’s recent form occurred in the 17th round of the Premier League when
they played against Newcastle United away from home. During the match, Fulham’s
main center forward Raul Jimenez
fouled his opponent, and after reviewing the incident by VAR, the referee decided to change the initial yellow card to a
straight red. As a result, Fulham had to play with 10 men, and in the second
half, they conceded three goals, ultimately losing the match 0-3. However,
there is good news for Fulham as Jimenez’s suspension has now ended, and he is
expected to make his return in the upcoming round of matches.
Arsenal
suffered a 0-2 defeat at home against West Ham United in the last round. Despite attempting 30 shots throughout the game,
Arsenal failed to find the back of the net. This loss resulted in Arsenal
relinquishing their top spot in the Premier League standings. In their last
four league matches, Arsenal have managed only one win, one draw, and two
losses, indicating a decline in their form. Under the guidance of Coach Mikel
Arteta, Arsenal typically employ a 4-3-3 formation. They are known for their
emphasis on passing and controlling the ball, adopting a style that aims to
break down the opponent’s defense through intricate passing movements and ball
control. Arsenal’s offensive approach is characterized by creating various
scoring opportunities and an attacking style of play. They tend to dominate
matches through their attractive and dynamic offensive tactics.
Certainly,
one defeat does not negate Arsenal’s overall performance throughout the season,
and they have shown strength and potential in their matches. When considering
the head-to-head records of the two sides’ confrontations, Arsenal have
generally held the upper hand. This advantage can be a reason for optimism
about Arsenal’s ability to bounce back and secure a victory in their upcoming
game.
Fulham’s
Last 5 Games: LLDLW
23-12-26
Bournemouth 3-0 Fulham
23-12-23
Fulham 0-2 Burnley
23-12-20
Everton 1-1 Fulham (PEN 6-7)
23-12-16
Newcastle United 3-0 Fulham
23-12-10
Fulham 5-0 West Ham United
Arsenal’s
Last 5 Games: LDWDL
23-12-29
Arsenal 0-2 West Ham United
23-12-24
Liverpool 1-1 Arsenal
23-12-17
Arsenal 2-0 Brighton
23-12-13
PSV Eindhoven 1-1 Arsenal
23-12-10
Aston Villa 1-0 Arsenal
Head
To Head Record:
23-08-26
Arsenal 2-2 Fulham
23-03-12
Fulham 0-3 Arsenal
22-08-28
Arsenal 2-1 Fulham
21-04-18
Arsenal 1-1 Fulham
20-09-12
Fulham 0-3 Arsenal
Prediction: Arsenal to win