Wigan vs Fulham Predictions

Wigan vs Fulham predictions for this FA Cup clash. Fulham face Wigan Athletic in an FA Cup fourth-round clash on Saturday, with both former Premier League sides battling for a fifth-round spot at the Brick Community Stadium. Read on for all our free FA Cup predictions and betting tips.

FA Cup | Feb 8, 2025 at 3pm UK at The DW Stadium

Wigan vs Fulham Predictions

Can Wigan Cause an FA Cup Upset, or Will Fulham’s Firepower Prove Too Much?

• Fulham’s attacking strength on the road
  • The Cottagers have scored at least two goals in each of their last five away matches, showing a consistent ability to find the net in difficult environments.
• Wigan’s struggles at home
  • The Latics have won just one of their last six home games and have failed to score in seven of their 17 home matches this season.
• History is not on Wigan’s side
  • Wigan have failed to beat Fulham in their last 19 meetings, making this their longest winless run against any club.

Best Bet for Wigan vs Fulham

A place in the FA Cup fifth round is at stake as Wigan Athletic welcome Fulham to the Brick Community Stadium in what looks like a serious mismatch on paper. The Latics, struggling in the bottom half of League One, face a Fulham side that is competing at the opposite end of the English football pyramid. While Wigan have shown resilience in their cup journey so far, overcoming lower-league opposition, this will be a whole different test against a Premier League side that has been lethal on the road.

Marco Silva’s men arrive in excellent form, having dispatched Watford 4-1 in the previous round and securing an impressive 2-1 win away at Newcastle United. Their attacking firepower has been on full display, with Rodrigo Muniz and Raul Jimenez both finding the net regularly. Wigan, meanwhile, scraped through against Mansfield Town, thanks to a quickfire double from Thelo Aasgaard—who is no longer at the club. Shaun Maloney’s side have been inconsistent in League One, struggling to pick up wins at home, and their defensive frailties could be exposed by a far superior Fulham attack.

The FA Cup has been known for its shocks, but this one would take some doing. Wigan have failed to beat Fulham in their last 19 attempts, and if history is anything to go by, the visitors will be confident of extending that run. With the Latics also suffering from squad disruptions due to transfers and injuries, all signs point towards an uphill battle for the home side.

Best Bet for Wigan vs Fulham

At BettingTips4You.com, we believe in quality over quantity, which is why we always provide a single, carefully selected prediction for each match. After considering all factors, our best bet for this clash is Fulham to win and over 2.5 goals.

Why This is the Best Bet

Fulham’s away form suggests that they will dominate proceedings against Wigan, who have struggled against stronger opposition. The Cottagers have found the net at least twice in their last five away matches, showcasing their attacking prowess. Even with a rotated squad, Silva’s side has enough depth to put the Latics under serious pressure.

Wigan, on the other hand, have been poor defensively at home, winning just one of their last six matches at the Brick Community Stadium. Their inability to keep things tight against teams at their own level does not bode well when facing a team with significantly more quality. The absence of Aasgaard, who was instrumental in their last FA Cup match, further weakens their attacking threat, leaving Dale Taylor as their main source of goals.

Furthermore, history favours Fulham. Wigan have lost their last two FA Cup ties against Premier League opposition by a 2-0 scoreline, and it’s difficult to see them improving on that here. Silva’s men will likely control possession, create numerous chances, and take full advantage of Wigan’s defensive lapses. Even if Wigan manage to find the net, Fulham should have more than enough firepower to outscore them comfortably.

“Fulham’s away form has been relentless, and their ability to create and convert chances should make this a one-sided contest. Wigan’s struggles at home, coupled with their squad disruptions, make it hard to see anything but a convincing Fulham win,” says BettingTips4You.com expert Gram Dodd.

If the game plays out as expected, Fulham should win with a bit to spare, making our bet on Fulham to win with over 2.5 goals the most logical selection.

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