Bristol City's most-recent visit to Craven Cottage saw them demolished 6-2 back in January 2022. Before that though, the Robins had won five successive away games against Fulham, advancing through both previous League Cup ties between the pair.
Fulham vs Bristol City preview
Two seasons ago, Fulham reached the EFL Cup semi-finals for the very first time, before getting to last season's FA Cup quarter-finals, do so for just the second time since 2010. So, will this be the start of another elongated cup adventure for Marco Silva's side. So far this season, Fulham have been involved in a pair of 1-1 draw, first pinching a point against Brighton, with Rodrigo Muniz's 96th minute equaliser in Sussex sparking wild scenes of celebration.
Then, on Sunday, a mere 92 seconds after being introduced as a substitute, Emile Smith Rowe poked home the equaliser as the Cottagers held Manchester United to a draw in their home opener. The Whites will make the short 1.6 mile trip to Stamford Bridge to face Chelsea on Saturday but, before then, Silva will want to guide his team through to round three of the Carabao Cup.
As for visitors Bristol City, they're still yet to taste defeat this season, including swatting aside Milton Keynes 2-0 at Ashton Gate in round one. Meantime, in the EFL Championship, Gerhard Struber certainly announced himself in some style, overseeing a 4-1 demolition of Sheffield United at Bramall Lane on the opening day. This was such a cathartic victory for supporters given that, back in May, the Robins had been demolished 6-0 by Sheffield United in the play-offs, seeing their Premier League dreams go up in flames, suffering the heaviest aggregate defeat in EFL play-off history.
Since that statement win though, Bristol City have been held to draws by both Charlton and Derby, taking the lead at Pride Park through Scott Twine on Friday night, only to concede an equaliser four minutes from time. In EFL Cup terms, since reaching the semi-finals of this competition eight seasons ago, the Robins have gone no further than round three, winning only five of 12 ties. So, they'll be no push-overs, but Fulham have to be favourites to progress at Craven Cottage on Wednesday.
Fulham vs Bristol City head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 66.
- Fulham Wins: 27. Draws: 17. Bristol City Wins: 22.
Fulham team news
With Saturday's trip to Chelsea in mind, expect Marco Silva to heavily rotate. Fulham's one and only summer signing is likely to debut, namely back-up goalkeeper Benjamin Lecomte, who has arrived from Montpellier for £500,000.
Elsewhere, in a major boost, Antonee Robinson came off the bench at the weekend, returning earlier than expected following knee surgery in May. Emile Smith Rowe's equaliser as a substitue against Manchester United could earn him a start, while Jorge Cuenca, captain Tom Cairney, Adama Traoré and Harry Wilson are amongst those also hoping to come into the XI.
Fulham predicted lineup vs Bristol City: (4-2-3-1): Lecomte; Castagne, Diop, Cuenca, Sessegnon; Reed, Cairney, Traoré, Smith Rowe, Wilson; Jiménez.
Fulham player to watch vs Bristol City
Harry Wilson scored six Premier League goals last season, five of which came as a substitute. Hoping for a start here, can the Welshman add to his three career goals against Bristol City?
Fulham vs Bristol City prediction
Even with Marco Silva set to make wholesale changes, Fulham are likely to be too strong for Bristol City, although this clash at Craven Cottage should guarantee goals: Fulham 3-1 Bristol City.
Fulham vs Bristol City FAQs - Carabao Cup
How to watch Fulham vs Bristol City in the Carabao Cup on TV channel?
Fulham vs Bristol City in the Carabao Cup will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: Sky Sports+
- USA: Paramount+
- Canada: DAZN Canada
How to watch Fulham vs Bristol City in the Carabao Cup on live streaming?
Fulham vs Bristol City in the Carabao Cup will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: SkyGo & NOW TV.
- USA: Paramount+
- Canada: DAZN Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Fulham vs Bristol City in the Carabao Cup?
Fulham vs Bristol City takes place on Wednesday 27 August 2025, with kick off at 19:45 (BST), 14:45 (EDT) & 11:45 (PDT).