After a fall from grace for Fulham, they will seek to taint the clean winning records held by Leeds at the Craven Cottage stadium. The match is scheduled for 21st December with kickoff at 18:00 GMT.
Leeds United have the chance to pile more misery of misfiring Fulham under manager Scott Parker. Fulham have lost three championship matches in a row which has seen the side drop to 6th place in the table. They are currently 12 points clear over 2nd placed Leeds United.
Fulham had a promising start to their Championship campaign posing serious threat to both Leeds United and West Bromwich for the title. However, three consecutive defeats to Bristol City, Preston North End and Brentford has sunk the side.
Leeds remain unbeaten in their last 11 matches in the Championship. However, the side will be looking for reclaim their fight for top spot following a 3-3 comeback at the hands of Cardiff last weekend.
The flattering form of the Cottagers has placed current coach Scott Parker under heavy pressure to perform. All pressure will be on him as they host the Yorkshire club look to regain their title run against West Brom.
Fulham vs. Leeds United Head to Head
Both sides have played 8 games together with 5 games ending in a draw. Fulham has picked up 2 wins while Leeds have managed only 1 win. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Fulham 2-0 Leeds
Leeds 0-0 Fulham
Fulham 1-1 Leeds
Leeds 1-1 Fulham
Leeds 1-1 Fulham
Fulham 1-1 Leeds
Fulham 0-3 Leeds
Leeds 0-1 Fulham
Fulham Team News
Midfielder Kevin McDonald gave an injury update before the clash after being left out of three previous matches. The 31 year old has been suffering from calf injuries and remains a doubt to feature. Winger Denis Odoi will continue serving a red card suspension.
Leeds Team News
The defensive duo of Cooper and Ben White has been at the heart of the defense for Leeds as the duo will feature in the clash. The absence of Captain Liam Cooper during the 3-3 draw at Cardiff pointed out the weakness in defense.
With the return of captain Cooper, this will see Berardi dropped to warm the bench. Adam Forshaw will be sidelined for the match after picking up an injury with his comeback unknown. It remains a doubt for Jamie Shackleton who has had hamstring issues over the past.
Prediction and Odds
Fulham are currently on a losing streak with three past matches while Leeds are on a 7 ubneaten game streak. It will be a tough battle for Scott Parker whose job hangs on the line.
Leeds win
Goals under 2.5
Draw
Double Chance
