Alex MacQuoid
Old Trafford hosts a high-stakes Premier League Round 24 clash as Manchester United (4th, 38 pts) meet Fulham (7th, 34 pts). United are defending a slim four-point cushion over a Fulham side that has turned into a genuine contender for the European places. With United historically dominant in this matchup and both teams carrying strong recent momentum, this fixture can swing the top-four race and the chasing pack in one afternoon.
Match Preview
Manchester United return to Old Trafford knowing this is the type of game that defines a top-four push. They sit 4th on 38 points, but Fulham arrive only four points back in 7th, making this a direct battle between two sides aiming to finish in the European spots. United’s recent run includes consecutive significant victories, and Carrick’s work has shown in improved midfield control and better spacing between the lines.
History leans heavily red: United have won 15 of the last 20 Premier League meetings with Fulham, losing only once. The first league meeting this season ended 1-1 at Craven Cottage in August 2025. Fulham now chase a rare achievement: avoiding defeat in both league matches against United for the first time since 2003-04.
Fulham’s form makes this far more than a routine home fixture. They have lost only one of their last eight Premier League games, and they travel with real belief that they can disrupt United’s rhythm and take points away from Manchester.
Where to watch on TV & Live Stream
Kick-off is at 15:00 CET on 1 February 2026 at Old Trafford, Manchester. In the UK, major coverage typically sits with Sky Sports (and related streaming). In the USA, look for NBC coverage with streaming on Peacock. In Africa, SuperSport is the standard Premier League home for TV and streaming.
| Region/Country | Kick-off Time (Local) |
| UK | 14:00 (GMT) |
| USA (ET) | 09:00 |
| USA (PT) | 06:00 |
| Australia (Sydney) | 01:00 (2 Feb) |
| Japan | 23:00 |
| India | 19:30 (IST) |
How to watch Manchester United vs Fulham online
Streaming is the simplest way to follow this Premier League fixture if you’re away from a TV. In the UK, you can stream through Sky Go if you have a Sky subscription, or watch via NOW with a Sky Sports pass (listed at £11.99/month in the dossier). In the USA, Peacock Premium carries Premier League streaming (approximately $5.99–$11.99/month depending on tier).
Geo-restrictions apply across platforms, so you must use the service available in your country. Always check the match tile inside the app on matchday for the correct live channel or event feed before kick-off at 15:00 CET.
| Country | Official Broadcaster/Stream |
| UK | Sky Sports / Sky Go / NOW |
| USA | NBC / Peacock |
| Canada | DAZN Canada, fuboTV |
| Australia | Stan Sport |
| China | Migu |
| Germany | Sky |
| Denmark | Viaplay |
| Spain | DAZN |
| Portugal | DAZN |
| France | Canal+ |
| Poland | Canal+ |
| Ukraine | Setanta Sports |
| Japan | U-NEXT |
| Africa | SuperSport |
| Latin America | Disney+ |
Spotlight Countries
- United Kingdom: Watch on Sky Sports, with streaming through Sky Go for subscribers. You can also use NOW to stream Sky Sports without a long-term contract (the dossier lists £11.99/month for a NOW Sky Sports pass).
- USA: NBC is the main TV home for the Premier League, with streaming on Peacock. Peacock Premium is listed at roughly $5.99–$11.99/month depending on tier.
- Canada: DAZN and fuboTV is the listed option. Confirm the match listing inside DAZN and fuboTV close to kick-off.
- Australia: Stan Sport is the standard Premier League broadcaster. Use the Stan Sport app to stream live, with the local start time at 01:00 in Sydney (2 Feb).
- Japan: U-NEXT is the standard Premier League option. Kick-off is 23:00 local time, so it’s a prime late-evening watch.
How to watch anywhere with VPN
If you travel, geo-blocking can stop your usual streaming service from loading the match. A VPN can help by letting you connect to a server in your home country so the platform works as expected. You still need an active subscription to the service that holds the rights in that region.
How to use a VPN: 1) Install a reputable VPN on iOS, Android, desktop, or a Smart TV device. 2) Connect to a server in the country of your streaming subscription (for example, the UK for Sky Go/NOW). 3) Log in to your streaming app and load the live event at 15:00 CET. Use the official broadcaster to avoid unreliable feeds.
How to watch at Sportsbooks
Some sportsbooks (such as bet365 or Unibet) may offer live streams for selected matches if you have a funded account. The dossier does not confirm sportsbook streaming rights for this specific fixture, so treat availability as match-by-match and country-dependent.
Typical steps: 1) Register for an account where sportsbook streaming is available. 2) Deposit funds (many books require a positive balance). 3) Find the match in the live section and look for a “Play” or live stream icon. If the stream is not shown, use the official broadcaster listed for your country.
United have the edge in history, Fulham have the form to challenge it, and the table pressure is real. Set reminders for 15:00 CET and check your local listings early so you don’t miss kick-off.