The English Premier League returns after the October international break with a juicy London derby clash as Fulham welcome league leaders, Arsenal, to Craven Cottage.
Ayomide Oguntimehin provides the detailed prediction and betting tips for the October 18th clash.
Fulham vs Arsenal Match Preview
Fulham head into the clash with the Gunners looking to end a two-game losing streak in the league. Despite taking the lead on both occasions, they went on to lose by 3-1 to both Aston Villa and Bournemouth, which has left them lying in 14th-place in the league standings after seven matches.
However, the Cottagers’ have a formidable home record this season, winning two and recording one draw in three games so far at the Craven Cottage.
It’s matchweek. 💫
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— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) October 13, 2025
Arsenal, on the other hand, moved to the summit of the standings in the previous match-day following a convincing 2-0 win over struggling West Ham United.
The Gunners have won five of their six matches this season, dropping points only in the 1-0 defeat at Liverpool and in a 1-1 draw against Manchester City. Mikel Arteta’s men have finished second in three consecutive league seasons and will be eyeing a shot at finally ending their league-drought this season.
Fulham vs Arsenal Head-to-Head Record (Last five meetings)
- 01.04.2025 – Arsenal 2-1 Fulham
- 08.12.2024 – Fulham 1-1 Arsenal
- 31.12.2023 – Fulham 2-1 Arsenal
- 26.08.2023 – Arsenal 2-2 Fulham
- 12.03.2023 – Fulham 0-3 Arsenal
Arsenal have the upper hand against Fulham in their last five meetings, with two victories to the Cottagers’ one, while the two other fixtures have ended in stalemate. The Gunners are also unbeaten in six of their last seven visits to the Craven Cottage Stadium.
We stick together. 🤝
Here’s what Alex Iwobi said to Josh King after Brentford’s goal on Saturday.
— Fulham Football Club (@FulhamFC) September 22, 2025
Recent Form: Fulham
Fulham have lost their last two matches, but were previously unbeaten in nine games out of ten in all competitions. They are also yet to lose at home in the league this season, picking up seven points from a possible nine.
The Cottagers have only managed to keep three clean sheets in nine matches in all competitions this season, although all three have been at their home ground.
Recent Form: Arsenal
Arsenal have been quite impressive, winning eight of their 10 matches in all competitions this season, while they also kept seven clean sheets in that run.
The Gunners also have a solid record on their road trips, losing only one of their last 14 away matches in the league.
Player to Watch: Alex Iwobi (Fulham)
Nigerian midfielder Alex Iwobi has proven to be one of the best players in the Fulham squad overtime and will be key if they are to get a result against Arsenal.
The 29-year-old will be eyeing a repeat of his player-of-the-match performance in Fulham’s last home game against Brentford, with another inspiring display against the Gunners.
Best Betting Odds
Away (Arsenal) to Win or Draw – 1.16 (via 1xBet)
Prediction
Arsenal will aim to strengthen their grip at the top of the standings and given their impressive form and squad depth, they should secure a positive outcome from this clash.
