The 2024/25 Premier League campaign kicks off with a bang on Friday night as Manchester United host Fulham at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils are eager to put the tragic previous season behind them, which culminated in an eighth-place finish, their lowest ever in the top flight.
Manager Erik ten Hag faces immense scrutiny following a season of highs and lows. A FA Cup triumph provided a glimmer of hope, but the subsequent Community Shield defeat to Manchester City served as a sobering reminder of the challenges ahead.
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Fulham, meanwhile, will be aiming to build on last season's 13th-place finish and secure a top-half finish. They will have to make do without last season's star man Joao Palhinha, following his big-money switch to Bayern Munich.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, and the latest lineup news.
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Man United vs. Fulham live stream, TV channel in US
Here's how to watch this Premier League match in the US:
- TV channel: USA Network, UNIVERSO, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo (Spanish language)
- Live stream: Fubo, nbcsports.com, NBC Sports App, UNIVERSO NOW
In the United States (US), the game will be available to watch and stream on UNIVERSO NOW, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, USA Network and UNIVERSO. The fans can also stream the game on Fubo, which is currently offering a FREE trial to new users.
What time does Man United vs. Fulham kick off in US?
This Premier League clash takes place at Old Trafford Stadium in London, UK, and kicks off on Friday, August 16 at 8:00 p.m. local time (BST).
Here's how that time translates to US time:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Eastern Time | Fri, Aug. 16 | 3:00 p.m. |
| Central Time | Fri, Aug. 16 | 2:00 p.m. |
| Mountain Time | Fri, Aug. 16 | 1:00 p.m. |
| Pacific Time | Fri, Aug. 16 | 12:00 p.m. |
Man United vs. Fulham lineups, team news
Newly signed defender Leny Yoro is set to miss several months following surgery, while fellow summer arrival Rasmus Hojlund remains sidelined.
Uncertainty surrounds the availability of Victor Lindelof and Luke Shaw, who were absent from the Community Shield squad. However, Harry Maguire is fit to feature.
Joshua Zirkzee could make his competitive debut for the Red Devils, and Alejandro Garnacho is in contention for a starting role after impressing as a substitute in the recent Community Shield.
Man United predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Onana (GK) — Dalot, Maguire, Evans, Martínez — Mainoo, Casemiro — Diallo, Fernandes, Garnacho — Rashford.
Injured: Malacia (knee), Yoro (ankle), Højlund (hamstring)
Suspended: N/A
Emile Smith Rowe is Marco Silva's standout summer signing so far as the former Arsenal man looks to revitalise his career after injury issues hampered his progress in previous seasons.
He is expected to make his competitive debut for Fulham, operating in a supporting role behind striker Rodrigo Muniz. The west London club possesses a wealth of attacking options, with Andreas Pereira, Adama Traore, and Alex Iwobi vying for starting positions.
Defensive reinforcements Jorge Cuenca and Ryan Sessegnon are likely to begin on the bench as they integrate into the squad.
Fulham predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Leno (GK) — Tete, Diop, Bassey, Robinson — Pereira, Lukić, Smith-Rowe — Adama, Muniz, Iwobi.
Injured: N/A
Suspended: N/A
Man United vs. Fulham prediction
- Prediction: Man United 2-1 Fulham
Manchester United are anticipated to secure a narrow victory over Fulham in their Premier League opener. Despite key player absences, the Red Devils possess sufficient attacking talent, particularly in the form of Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes, to overcome their opponents.
Fulham, while showing promise, have undergone squad changes that may impact their overall performance. The absence of key players from last season could prove to be a significant factor in the outcome of the match. Historical head-to-head records also favor Manchester United, suggesting a positive result for the home side.
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