As the New Year dawns, Fulham manager Marco Silva will undoubtedly have a clear resolution in mind for his team: converting hard-fought draws into decisive victories. While the Cottagers remain unbeaten in their last seven matches, their tendency to share the spoils has hindered a stronger push toward the European spots. A run of 11 games with only one defeat underlines their resilience, but with so many close encounters ending level, Fulham finds themselves just shy of the Premier League’s upper echelon.
December presented a particularly tough slate of fixtures, but Silva’s side emerged with heads held high, navigating four challenging encounters against the league’s traditional ‘big six’ without a single loss. Claiming a win and three draws in those matchups demonstrated Fulham’s ability to compete with the best. However, a 2-2 draw with Bournemouth, where Fulham twice surrendered a lead, was undoubtedly a source of frustration. That result, though, offers an opportunity to build momentum at home, with the team aiming for an impressive five-match unbeaten streak at Craven Cottage in the top flight—something last achieved in 2012.
This weekend’s visitors, Ipswich Town, provide an intriguing test. Fulham fans may take solace in a strong historical record against the Tractor Boys, with Ipswich failing to secure a win in their last eight meetings. However, the reverse fixture in August ended in a 1-1 draw, breaking Fulham’s six-match winning streak in this head-to-head rivalry.
Ipswich’s trip to West London comes on the back of a historic triumph over Chelsea, where a commanding 2-0 win marked their first Premier League home victory in over two decades. Manager Kieran McKenna aptly described the occasion as a “special night,” one that has energized both the squad and their fanbase. This victory over Fulham’s local rivals, combined with an earlier 2-1 away win against Tottenham, highlights Ipswich’s knack for upsetting London-based sides.
Interestingly, Ipswich have shown a preference for life on the road, earning the majority of their points away from Portman Road. That could provide them with quiet confidence as they look to bridge the narrow gap to safety. Their last visit to Craven Cottage in February 2018 ended in disappointment, but they’ll aim to flip the script this time around.
Fulham’s Antonee Robinson has been one of the standout full-backs in the league, drawing attention from Europe’s elite clubs. His ten Premier League assists in 2024 were unmatched by any defender, with one of those coming against Ipswich in the reverse fixture. On the other flank, Ipswich’s Leif Davis played a key role in that same game, setting up his side’s goal. However, Davis has endured a quieter spell since October, with no league assists and consecutive bookings in his last two appearances.
For Ipswich, ending the drought against Fulham in London would be a statement of intent, but Fulham will be equally determined to solidify their home form and keep their European ambitions alive. The stage is set for a compelling clash under the Craven Cottage lights, with both teams having much to prove.
A historical footnote adds spice to the encounter: Ipswich’s last run of back-to-back Premier League wins included a slender 1-0 victory over Fulham way back in January 2002. Could history repeat itself, or will Fulham continue their dominance in this rivalry? The answers await in what promises to be an exciting battle.
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