Manchester United have been tipped to edge Fulham 3-2 in an open Premier League contest at Craven Cottage on Sunday, with tipster Lewis Jones backing a goals-based bet involving Josh King.
United have won only one of their opening four league matches, while their latest setback saw them surrender a 2-0 lead against Brighton. Another disappointing result before the extended international break would increase the pressure on Michael Carrick.
An away win at evens is considered tempting, particularly with Fulham expected to contribute to an attacking game. However, Jones believes the stronger opportunity lies in the goals market rather than simply backing Manchester United to win.
Fulham and United have each recorded 139 touches in the opposition box this season, the joint-highest figure in the Premier League. That statistic points towards an encounter in which both sides should create opportunities.
Josh King has had more touches in the opposition box than any other player, with 30 so far this season. He has scored twice from 11 attempts, including five shots on target.
The recommended selection is for both teams to score and King to register at least one shot on target, priced at 11/8.
Jones’s predicted score is Fulham 2, Manchester United 3.
