Carabao Cup

West Ham United

15 Sep 2026 19:45

Fulham

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Fulham to win 2.60

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West Ham United vs Fulham Predictions, Picks & Odds – 15/09/2026

Carabao Cup · 3rd Round

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West Ham approach this London derby in decent fettle, having won three of their last five matches, though a recent defeat will concern Nuno Espírito Santo. Now competing in the Championship, the Hammers will view the Carabao Cup as a genuine trophy opportunity. Their emphatic 4-1 second-round demolition of Southampton, featuring seven academy graduates and a brace from Joshua Ajala, underlined their squad depth. Fitness doubts over Taty Castellanos and Pablo Felipe could limit attacking options.

Fulham's form has been patchy, with just two wins from five outings, but momentum may be shifting under Álvaro Arbeloa. The Spaniard secured his first victory as manager in the previous round, a comfortable 3-0 dismissal of AFC Wimbledon, with Emile Smith Rowe, Rodrigo Muniz, and Gonzalo Garcia all finding the net. As a Premier League side, Fulham carry a clear structural advantage here, and their attacking firepower should prove the decisive factor at London Stadium.

The division gap between these two sides is the decisive factor in this tie. Fulham are a Premier League outfit; West Ham are now plying their trade in the Championship. That structural mismatch tilts the balance firmly towards the visitors, and the away win price at 2.60 reflects a side expected to progress. Álvaro Arbeloa's men found their rhythm with a commanding 3-0 cup win over AFC Wimbledon, and confidence should be building.

West Ham's injury concerns compound the challenge. Nuno Espírito Santo awaits fitness updates on Taty Castellanos and Pablo Felipe, while Tomáš Souček remains sidelined with an ankle ligament problem sustained on international duty. Losing key personnel against top-flight opposition is a significant disadvantage, even if the Hammers' academy graduates impressed in their earlier round victory over Southampton.

Fulham's recent record at London Stadium strengthens the case further; they secured a 1-0 Premier League win there last December. With Smith Rowe and Muniz both sharp in the previous round, goals should not be an issue. The away win at 2.60 represents the value selection here, backed by the quality differential and West Ham's depleted squad.

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Trends to Know about West Ham United vs Fulham

• Fulham won four of last six meetings
• West Ham missing key midfielder through injury
• Premier League side face Championship opposition

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What time is West Ham United vs Fulham?

West Ham host Fulham on Tuesday 15 September 2026, with kickoff at 19:45 BST at the London Stadium.

Where is West Ham United vs Fulham being played?

This Carabao Cup third-round tie takes place at the London Stadium, home ground of West Ham United.

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