Fulham will look to ride the momentum from their two draws at Craven Cottage, where a tighter shape and better goal‑difference of –2 give them a slight edge over Crystal Palace’s –5. Palace’s 1‑goal haul and six conceded in two games signal a defensive fragility that Fulham can exploit with sharp pressing and swift counter‑attacks, especially as the Blues have already seen Josh King slot in a goal and Timothy Castagne deliver an assist in just two outings. The stakes are survival‑driven; a win will lift the Blues out of the bottom‑four, while Palace still faces the threat of a bottom‑three finish. Tactically, Fulham will likely deploy a 4‑2‑3‑1, using their midfield to control possession and create transition threats from the back, while Castle’s set‑piece proficiency could become a focal point for breaking the deadlock. Palace’s 5‑3‑2 or 4‑3‑3 will demand a high press to prevent Fulham’s midfield from finding space, but their recent defensive lapses make that a risky gamble. The game will hinge on Fulham’s ability to maintain shape, press effectively, and convert the few chances they create, while Palace must find a way to counteract the Blues’ pressing game and finish quality under pressure.