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The Premier League returns this weekend as Fulham host the current league leaders Manchester City at Craven Cottage. The game is set to take place on Saturday, May 1st, with kick-off scheduled for 8 PM BST. The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports, with free match highlights available online after the game.
Fulham is currently in a desperate battle to avoid relegation, as they sit 18th in the league table with just five games remaining. They are three points adrift of safety, with Burnley in 17th place, and a win against City would give them a glimmer of hope in their fight for survival.
The Cottagers have won just one of their last five Premier League matches, and they will need to be at their very best if they are to get anything out of this game against Pep Guardiola's side. Fulham has struggled for goals this season, having only found the back of the net 24 times in 33 games. However, their recent performances have been much improved, and they will be hoping to build on their solid display in their last outing, a goalless draw against Arsenal.
In terms of team news, Fulham has a fully fit squad to choose from, with no new injury concerns reported. Manager Scott Parker is likely to stick with the same starting eleven that drew with Arsenal last time out, with Aleksandar Mitrovic and Ademola Lookman leading the line.
Manchester City, on the other hand, has already secured their place in the top four, and they currently sit comfortably at the top of the Premier League table, 10 points clear of their nearest rivals Manchester United. Guardiola's side has been in imperious form this season, having won their last six Premier League games in a row.
City's star player Kevin De Bruyne has recently returned from injury and will be a key player for the visitors in this game. However, they will be without the services of Sergio Aguero, who is still recovering from a muscular injury. Raheem Sterling is expected to start in his place alongside Gabriel Jesus up front.
Overall, it's difficult to see anything other than a Manchester City victory in this game, given the gulf in class between the two sides. Fulham will need to put in a heroic performance to get anything out of the game, but City's form and quality suggest they will be too strong for the hosts. Fans can look forward to an exciting game nonetheless, with live coverage available on Sky Sports and free match highlights online after the final whistle.
