Fulham – Aston Villa

Fulham host a struggling Aston Villa in what promises to be a crucial battle at Craven Cottage, with both sides languishing at the bottom of the table. The Cottagers sit 18th with a solitary point from four games, having scored four and conceded seven, while Villa occupy 19th, also on one point but with just a single goal to their name and seven conceded. A win would lift either side out of the relegation zone, making the clash a must‑win for both clubs desperate to snap their winless runs. Their head‑to‑head this season has yet to produce a victor, setting the stage for a tense encounter where the first three points could prove decisive.