United Faces Fulham in Crucial FA Cup Showdown This Sunday

Manchester, England — FA Cup holders Manchester United will host Fulham on Sunday, March 2, 2025, in the fifth round of the prestigious tournament. The match, set to kick off at 4:30 p.m. GMT (11:30 a.m. ET), takes place at Old Trafford, where the Red Devils have struggled recently.

United’s home form has been concerning, with only two wins in their last seven matches at Old Trafford, the latest victory being a narrow win over relegation strugglers Ipswich Town. As they prepare to face Fulham, United will need to overcome both their recent difficulties and the challenge posed by a determined opponent.

“It’s really important for us [the FA Cup], but nowadays everything is important,” United manager Ruben Amorim stated during a press conference. He continued, “The feeling of winning, the way we worked in the last days is completely different. We want to progress to the next stage.”

Fulham enters the match following an impressive run, having secured three victories in their last four league games. The Cottagers sit in ninth place in the Premier League standings with 42 points from 27 matches, and they are eager to reach their first cup final in 50 years.

“This is a huge opportunity for us to make history,” Fulham manager Marco Silva remarked. “We’ve performed well against United this season, and we’re confident we can upset the odds once more.”

Manchester United will be without wing-back Patrick Dorgu, who is suspended following a red card for serious foul play. Amorim indicated that Noussair Mazraoui is the likely replacement in the starting lineup. Additional absences include Mason Mount and Luke Shaw, both out since December, as well as other injury concerns.

Fulham’s notable returnee for this match is Sasa Lukic, as his previous suspension only affected league matches. Emile Smith Rowe may also feature despite a recent ankle injury, while other key players remain sidelined.

The full line-ups and live streaming information can be found through various broadcasting platforms, including BBC One and BBC iPlayer in the UK, Peacock in the U.S., and Sony LIV in India.

This match symbolizes a pivotal moment for both teams, with Fulham hoping to capitalize on the Red Devils’ current struggles, while United aims to restore their dominance in the FA Cup after last season’s success.