The race for a top-six finish in the Premier League is heating up, and this weekend brings a crucial clash at Craven Cottage. Bournemouth are determined to hold onto their pole position in the battle for sixth place as they travel to face a Fulham side still dreaming of a late surge up the table.

The Cherries have been on an incredible run, unbeaten since January 3—a streak spanning 15 league matches. While eight of those games ended in draws, their consistency has been remarkable. With tough fixtures ahead against Manchester City and Nottingham Forest, every point matters. Currently, they lead seventh-place Brentford by just a single point, making this match a must-watch for anyone tracking the European places.

Fulham, sitting 11th with 48 points, are far from out of the conversation. In fact, five other teams are within five points of sixth place, turning this season into a true gauntlet. The Cottagers have struggled to string together wins, though, with a recent run of LWDLWDL in their last seven outings. A 3-0 defeat to Arsenal last time out was a setback, but at home, they’ll be hoping to bounce back.

How to Watch:
Kick off is at 10am ET on Saturday at Craven Cottage in West London. Catch the action live on USA Network or stream it online.

Team News:
Fulham will be without Kevin (ankle), Alex Iwobi (thigh), and Ryan Sessegnon (unspecified). Emile Smith Rowe (thigh) and Sander Berge (illness) are questionable. For Bournemouth, Lewis Cook (thigh), Julio Soler (thigh), and Justin Kluivert (knee) are all questionable.

Prediction:
The Cherries come in as slight favorites, thanks to a healthier attacking lineup and their impressive unbeaten run. Expect a tight contest, but Bournemouth’s form and depth should give them the edge. Final score: Fulham 1-2 Bournemouth.