With the Swans misfiring in front of their own fans, Al Hain-Cole is backing Parker’s men to extend their winning streak at the Liberty Stadium
Swansea City will be aiming to kick-start their Championship season when they welcome Fulham to the Liberty Stadium on Friday.
Having started the campaign with five wins from their opening six league games, Steve Cooper’s men have dropped off and recorded just three victories in the subsequent 12.
Swansea City vs Fulham latest odds
Indeed, they are 15/8 (2.88) outsiders with bet365 to pull off just a second win in seven league matches in front of their own fans.
The Cottagers come into this clash on the back of a three-game winning streak and are 7/5 (2.40) favourites to extend it to four in a row here.
None of the seven previous appearances between this pair have resulted in draws, but you can get odds of 23/10 (3.30) on them cancelling each other out in this one.
Swansea City vs Fulham team news
Aldo Kalulu is nearing a return to the Swansea team following a long injury lay-off, although Joe Rodon and Jordan Garrick are out and Mike van der Hoorn is doubtful.
Harry Arter and Maxime Le Marchard will both face late fitness tests after missing the last few matches due to injury.
Swansea City vs Fulham preview
The Swans’ downturn in fortunes has been particularly stark at home, where they have lost four and won just won of their last six matches – having opened the season with five consecutive victories in front of their own fans.
In fact, they have only hit the net three times in those six games, meaning they will surely struggle to go blow for blow with the division’s third most prolific team.
Having also conceded fewer goals on the road than anyone but the current top two, Scott Parker’s team looks more than capable of matching their productive frontline with a strong defence.
Swansea City vs Fulham predictions
All in all, odds of 7/5 (2.40) seem like solid value on Fulham adding to Swansea’ increasing woes by coming out on top in south
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Fulham to win for a 1pt stake at 7/5 (2.40) with bet365