Fulham v Sheffield United | Saturday 7th October | 3pm | Craven Cottage | #FULSHU
The opposition
- It’s been a tough start to life back in the Premier League for Sheffield United. They are one of only two teams – along with AFC Bournemouth – yet to win a match, with a solitary draw at home to Everton keeping them bottom of the table.
- A harrowing 8-0 loss to Newcastle United in their last home game has done their goal difference no favours. They were improved in their last outing, but still slipped to a 2-0 defeat at West Ham United.
- One positive to come from the trip to London Stadium was a return to action for Rhian Brewster, with the striker coming on for the final 10 minutes – his first competitive runout in almost a year.
Fulham team news
Of our injured trio, Kenny Tete is closest to a return, but will not make the weekend. Adama Traoré is three to four weeks away, while Tosin is also absent.
Sheffield United team news
Captain John Egan is set for a period on the sidelines after coming off injured at West Ham with a leg issue. He joins George Baldock, Will Osula, Rhys Norrington-Davies, John Fleck and Max Lowe in the treatment room.
Tickets
Another match to have long been sold out – thank you again for your unwavering support!
Weather
It’s going to feel like summer in SW6 this Saturday, with the sun out and temperatures around 23 degrees at kick-off.
Player insight
Tom Cairney knows that the Blades may well still be hurting from their recent 8-0 home defeat by Newcastle, but insists they will be doing everything in their power to avoid any repeats.
“I think it’s got to affect your confidence a bit, it has to,” he told FFCtv. “It’s a big, big defeat, but at the same time it could inspire them to work hard and make sure that doesn’t happen again.
“When I’ve played Sheffield United over the years, they’ve always been a hard team to play against, so I don’t think Saturday will be any different.”
Coverage
FFCtv subscribers can listen to live commentary from Gentleman Jim and Jamie Reid.
Travel disruption
Fans who travel via Putney train station are advised that the final leg of your journey may have to be made by rail replacement bus service.
Period of applause
There will be a period of applause on 16 minutes in loving memory of young fan Freddie Haynes.
Forever Fulham
Former winger Clive Walker will be introduced to the crowd at half-time to receive his Forever Fulham award.
Fulham Flutter
Win prizes while supporting the Foundation by playing the Fulham Flutter!
Bag policy
Bags larger than A4 in size will not be permitted entry to the stadium. Please see our bag policy for full details, and information on our left luggage facility.
Early bird
Fans can take advantage of our early bird offers until 2.30pm! Full price reductions across all items can be viewed here.
No Room For Racism
Saturday's game is one of our No Room For Racism fixtures, meaning players will take the knee ahead of kick-off, while NRFR branding will be on view around the stadium throughout the day.
Form
Fulham: LWDWL
Sheffield United: D*DLLL
*Lost on penalties
Top scorers
Fulham: Carlos Vinicius (2)
Sheffield United: Gustavo Hamer (2)
Matchday programme
Harrison Reed, who signed an extension to his contract at Craven Cottage and made his 150th Fulham appearance last month, is the subject of the main interview in the matchday programme for the visit of Sheffield United.
“It was an amazing feeling to know that the Club wants me here for the long-term,” reflects Reed. “I had entered into the last year of my contract and it was a situation I wanted to resolve. There was always the desire from myself to sign a new contract and the Club’s ambition aligned with mine. I’m obviously happy and excited about the future here at Fulham.”
Elsewhere in the programme, Bernd Leno selects a five-a-side team based on the best players he has played against during his career in ‘Bunch of Fives’. Ahead of the international break, the Belgium national team – and their Fulham connections – are the subject of Cathryn Greeves’ ‘Euro Zone’ feature, while Gentleman Jim pens his latest column.
You can pick up a copy of the programme on the day or online.
