Fulham XI vs Leeds United – Predicted lineup and team news

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·17 January 2026

Fulham XI vs Leeds United – Predicted lineup and team news

Fulham travel to Elland Road this afternoon while they seek to enhance their European credentials and secure a fourth consecutive league victory over Leeds United.

Marco Silva’s side has moved into ninth place following an impressive six-match unbeaten run in all competitions. The Cottagers arrive in West Yorkshire as one of the Premier League’s most efficient sides late in matches, having gained six points this season from goals scored in the final 10 minutes.

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Fulham Team News

Marco Silva is managing several significant absences due to the Africa Cup of Nations. Alex Iwobi, Calvin Bassey, and Samuel Chukwueze are all unavailable as they represent Nigeria in a third-place playoff today. The visitors also remain without Rodrigo Muniz and Kenny Tete due to thigh injuries. Josh King is back in training but faces a late check on a knee issue.

Notably, the in-form Harry Wilson is expected to return to the starting lineup after being involved in 11 goals already this season. Consequently, Silva is poised to return to a 4-2-3-1 formation after experimenting with a back three in the FA Cup. Joachim Andersen and Issa Diop will anchor the defence, while Sander Berge and Tom Cairney control the midfield. Raul Jimenez is set to lead the line, supported by a creative trio of Wilson, Emile Smith Rowe, and Kevin as Fulham aim to continue their 12-game unbeaten streak against promoted opposition.

Fulham Predicted Lineup

Fulham Predicted XI: Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Diop, Robinson; Berge, Cairney; Wilson, Smith Rowe, Kevin; Jimenez

When will the match kick off?

The Premier League fixture takes place at Elland Road on Saturday, 17 January 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 15:00 GMT.

How to watch Leeds vs Fulham?

Due to the Saturday 3:00 PM blackout, the match will not be televised live in the UK. Highlights will be available on Match of the Day on BBC One at 22:30 GMT.