Manchester City will return to Premier League action on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 as they welcome Fulham at the Etihad Stadium. The pivotal midweek clash has direct implications for the title race, especially with Man City’s performance drop in recent times. Even so, Pep Guardiola’s side are coming into this match fresh from a dramatic 2-1 comeback win at Anfield.
That result trimmed the gap to the league leaders Arsenal to six points. Now, with the Gunners not in action until Thursday, they have an opportunity to intensify the pressure. Meanwhile, Fulham are approaching the match amid an inconsistent run. But they still harbor ambitions of a top-seven finish. The nine-goal thriller in the reverse fixture says that this could be another dramatic clash.
You can find more of our soccer predictions on our main picks hub. Here’s how we’re betting Manchester City vs Fulham tonight, including our Best Bet, a Same-Game Parlay, and key trends to know.
Manchester City vs Fulham Match Details
Competition: Premier League
Date & kickoff: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 – 2:30 PM ET / 7:30 PM GT
Venue: Etihad Stadium, Manchester, England
Expected XIs: Manchester City 4-2-2-2 vs Fulham 4-2-3-1
Best Bet for Manchester City vs Fulham
Our best bet for Manchester City vs Fulham is Both Teams to Score: Yes at -135 (BetMGM) / -124 (FanDuel).
Manchester City have scored in 16 of their last 17 league matches and they’re averaging over 2.1 xG per 90 minutes across their last 10 Premier League games. Even during the stretch where Man City went through two draws and a loss, their chance creation remained high.
It was courtesy of a sustained possession above 60% and a league-leading shot volume at home. However, their defensive stats leave room for desire. Over their last 10 league games, they have conceded 1.2 xGA per match. And they’ve only managed to keep three clean sheets in that span.
Injuries to Josko Gvardiol and Mateo Kovacic have disrupted their defensive and midfield flow. Meanwhile, Fulham have scored in five of their last seven league matches. They’ve created over 1.4 expected goals per game in that stretch. Harry Wilson is their top scorer with nine league goals and he is a direct threat cutting inside from wide areas.
Although they have lost three of their last four matches, they continue to generate quality chances. However, considering Man City’s aggressive attacking profile and Fulham’s willingness to commit numbers forward, BTTS at near-even pricing seems probable and the 5-4 scoreline from the reverse fixture further supports the pick.
Manchester City vs Fulham Prediction
Our pick: Manchester City to Win at -285 (BetMGM) / -300 (FanDuel)
Despite Fulham’s ability to score, Manchester City’s dominance at the Etihad is the decisive factor behind the short moneyline. Man City have accumulated 44 points from their last 17 Premier League home games. They’ve won 14 games, drawn two, and lost only a single game in that span.
They are unbeaten in their last 11 home league games and have not lost a midweek Premier League fixture at home since 2010. That’s a 55-match streak across Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday games. The head-to-head record between the two sides is even more striking.
Man City have won their last 19 meetings with Fulham in all competitions and 16 straight in the Premier League. Those are the longest consecutive winning streaks one English top-flight side has ever held over another. Fulham’s recent visits to the Etihad have produced an aggregate scoreline of 25-4 in City’s favor across their last eight league trips.
While Fulham are pushing for European qualification, their away record against the top three league teams have usually been poor in the past. They’ve managed just three wins in 44 such fixtures. Man City’s squad depth, including Haaland’s 10 goal involvements in seven league games against Fulham, makes Man City’s winning odds probable.
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Same-Game Parlay (Bet Builder) for Manchester City vs Fulham
Bet $100 to Win $153.60 (FanDuel) Total Goals Over 2.5 (-188) + BTTS: Yes (-124) + Erling Haaland to Score or Assist (-240)
Over 2.5 goals correlates strongly with Man City’s records at home. Seven of their last nine league matches at the Etihad have cleared that mark. Fulham’s defensive record on the road is not impressive. They’ve conceded more than 1.6 xGA per 90 minutes in their recent away fixtures.
BTTS integrates logically due to Fulham’s transition threat and Man City’s occasional defensive lapses when pressing high. Erling Haaland has suffered a dip in his performances but he has begun to get on the scoresheet again. The Norwegian has seven goals and three assists in seven Premier League appearances against Fulham.
He is averaging over 0.8 xG per 90 minutes at home this season. He is also Man City’s primary penalty taker at this moment which further increases his involvement probability. Man City are expected to generate sustained pressure and Fulham are unlikely to adopt a fully defensive posture. Hence, all the picks seem probable.
Man City’s high-possession style yields repeated penalty-area entries and shot volume. Whereas, Fulham could counterattack which ensures that they will not simply absorb pressure from Man City. Haaland has been quite active in the final third in this fixture. His consistent xG generation at the Etihad further helps the pick.
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Over 2.5: -200 / Under 2.5: +145 Over 3.5: +120 / Under 3.5: -175
Over 2.5: -220 / Under 2.5: +176 Over 3.5: +118 / Under 3.5: -144
BTTS
Yes: -135 / No: -110
Yes: -140 / No: +110
Asian Handicap
Manchester City -1.25: -138 / -1.50: -105 Fulham +1.25: +110
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Draw No Bet
Manchester City: -750 Fulham: +425
Manchester City: -850 Fulham: +610
Double Chance
Manchester City or Draw: -1000 Fulham or Draw: +200
Manchester City or Draw: -1250 Fulham or Draw: +220
Trends to Know for Manchester City vs Fulham
Head-to-Head: Manchester City have won 19 consecutive matches against Fulham in all competitions, including 16 straight in the Premier League.
Home Dominance: City are unbeaten in 11 consecutive home league fixtures and have collected 44 of the last 51 available home points.
Midweek Strength: The Citizens have not lost a Premier League home game played midweek since May 2010.
Fulham Road Record: The Cottagers have won only three of 44 away league games against teams starting the day in the top three.
Goals Expectation: The reverse fixture ended 5-4, and recent form for both clubs indicates sustained scoring output and defensive vulnerability.
Latest Injuries & Lineup News for Manchester City vs Fulham
In soccer, injuries and rotations can drastically alter how a match plays out, especially when it comes to BTTS, totals, and goalscorer markets. Navigating through a few key injuries in this clash, both coaches will look to lineup their strongest XI. Here are the players who are either doubtful or are set to miss out:
Team
Player
Status
Notes
Manchester City
Jeremy Doku
Out
Calf
Manchester City
Savinho
Out
Unspecified
Manchester City
Josko Gvardiol
Out
Tibial Fracture
Manchester City
Mateo Kovacic
Out
Ankle / Heel
Fulham
Sasa Lukic
Out
Thigh
Fulham
Tom Cairney
Out
Calf
Reminder: Always check confirmed lineups 60–75 minutes before kickoff, especially for goalscorer and BTTS markets.
How to watch – quick Q&A
What time is Manchester City vs Fulham?
Manchester City vs Fulham kicks off at 2:30 PM ET on Wednesday, February 11, 2026 (7:30 PM local UK time).
Where is the match being played?
The match will be played at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester, England.
How can I watch on TV / stream?
Broadcast rights vary by territory. In the US, the Premier League can be telecast on Peacock. The match will be telecast on TNT Sports in the UK. The match will also be available to stream on these broadcasters’ official websites.
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