Craven Cottage is set to rock this afternoon as Fulham welcome Crystal Palace for a spicy all-London FA Cup quarter-final clash. Kickoff is at 12:15 PM, and with a trip to Wembley on the line, the energy is already electric.
History in the Making
This is only the second time Fulham and Palace have locked horns in the FA Cup — and the first since 1907. With that stat alone, it feels like history is about to be written. Fulham are chasing their first semi-final appearance since 2002, and there’s a sense Marco Silva’s side are quietly building something special.
Path to the Quarters: Grit, Drama, and Glory
Fulham’s route to this stage has been nothing short of thrilling. Dispatching Watford and Wigan was just the warm-up. The real statement came at Old Trafford, where the Whites knocked out Manchester United in a dramatic penalty shootout. It was the kind of win that galvanizes a squad — and gets fans dreaming.
They followed it up with a 2-0 hammering of Tottenham in the Premier League — a reminder that this team can turn it on when it matters. Rodrigo Muniz and Ryan Sessegnon have been finding form at the perfect time.
Team News: Cottagers Ready to Roar
Midfield maestro Sasa Lukic is back from suspension and ready to control the tempo, while Antonee Robinson looks set to return after missing international duty. Unfortunately, Kenny Tete, Harry Wilson, and Reiss Nelson are sidelined — but Fulham fans know this squad has depth, and the team’s recent form proves it.
Palace Threat, but Fortress Cottage Beckons
Yes, Palace have been in good form and haven’t lost at the Cottage in their last six visits. But all good runs must end — and there’s no better time than now. The Eagles do bring back Jean-Philippe Mateta (in a mask, no less), but Fulham’s defensive unit has been sharp and will relish the challenge.
Prediction: Fulham to Fly High
The data might call it a coin toss — with Opta giving Fulham a 46.3% chance of victory — but anyone who’s watched the Whites recently knows the momentum is with them. This squad has belief, flair, and the crowd at their backs. Expect goals, drama, and hopefully a Fulham win that books a date with destiny at Wembley.
Where to Watch
Tune in on ITV1 or stream it on ITVX. Or better yet, be part of the Craven Cottage chorus — because this could be a day to remember.
