Super Eagles duo Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey will be central figures when Fulham host Chelsea at Craven Cottage in a big London derby on Saturday.
Fulham currently sits 9th on the Premier League table, six points behind 6th-placed Chelsea with six matches left in the season. Marco Silva’s side still have hopes of pushing for a European spot and will be looking to build momentum in the closing weeks.
The Cottagers have been strong at home this season. One of their standout results came recently when they beat Liverpool 3-2 at Craven Cottage.
That win showed what the team is capable of when they click, and they’ll be hoping for a similar performance against their more fancied neighbours.
Correct score prediction: Fulham vs Chelsea
Both clubs are coming off disappointing results. Chelsea played out a 2-2 draw against Ipswich Town, a result that saw them drop to 6th. Fulham, on their part, lost 1-0 away at Bournemouth last Monday.
Crazy run and pinpoint cross 🎯
Alex Iwobi's assist for Fulham's opener was brilliant ✨ pic.twitter.com/Q6RCX9US54
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Despite their ups and downs, Fulham can take confidence from their record at home.
They’ve won 7 of their 16 matches at Craven Cottage this season, including impressive victories over Liverpool, Newcastle, and Nottingham Forest — all teams currently above them.
Prediction: Fulham 2-1 Chelsea
Alex Iwobi & Calvin Bassey key to Fulham's European chase
Iwobi is enjoying his most productive Premier League campaign to date, with eight goals and five assists in 32 appearances.
The former Arsenal and Everton man has become a vital part of Fulham’s attacking setup with his movement, vision, and work rate.
At the back, Calvin Bassey has been a rock in defence. The 25-year-old has helped Fulham maintain the eighth-best defensive record in the league. His strength and composure will be crucial in keeping Chelsea’s attack quiet.
Marco Silva will once again count on his Nigerian stars as Fulham look to claim bragging rights in this London derby and keep their European dream alive.
