Fulham have won their last two meetings with Cambridge United, albeit this did come when the pair were in the fourth-tier together in 1996/97; a lot has changed. Their sole previous League Cup encounter was their very first meeting in August 1971, a 4-0 win for the Whites at Craven Cottage.
Fulham vs Cambridge United preview
Two seasons ago, Fulham reached the EFL Cup semi-finals for the very first time, narrowly beaten 3-2 on aggregate by Liverpool, but how far will they go this time? In the previous round, Marco Silva's side dumped out Bristol City 2-0 at home, with Raúl Jiménez on target after an early own goal.
More recently, on Saturday night, the Fulham faithful had a night to remember, as their side came from a goal down to comprehensively defeat West London rivals Brentford 3-1. Alex Iwobi and Harry Wilson scoring quick-fire goals on the cusp of half time, before a freak own goal rubber stamped the points, with Rodrigo Muniz cruelly seeing a spectacular strike disallowed following VAR review. Having failed to win any of their first three Premier League outings, that's now back-to-back wins for Silva's side, who will travel to Villa Park full of confidence on Sunday. Before that, can Fulham book their place in the Carabao Cup fourth round with victory on the banks of the River Thames on Tuesday?
As for Cambridge United, they're one of only two fourth-tier clubs to have got this far, ousting Bristol Rovers and Charlton to achieve this, thereby featuring in the third round for the first time this century, last going further 33 years ago. Following relegation from EFL League One last season, the U's aim is simply, gain promotion, but they've made a mixed start to their promotion push.
At the weekend, Neil Harris' side claimed a much-needed morale-boosting victory, beating Fleetwood 2-1 at the Abbey, thanks to two goals in two minutes from Adam Mayor and then Shayne Lavery. This though is only Cambridge United's third league win of the season in nine attempts, leaving them ninth. The visitors will be backed by over 5,000 fans on Tuesday, an impressive turnout considering just 5,069 saw their home game on Saturday, but Fulham are firm favourites for victory.
Fulham vs Cambridge United head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 20.
- Fulham Wins: 6. Draws: 4. Cambridge United Wins: 10.
Fulham team news
Marco Silva will make wholesale changes, as he did during the win over Bristol City in round two.
After two dazzling displays off the bench, club-record signing Kevin will surely start for the first time.
Meantime, back-up goalkeeper Benjamin Lecomte will be given a run-out, with Jorge Cuenca, Tom Cairney, Emile Smith Rowe and Adama Traoré among the other fringe players hoping for minutes. Lastly, there's likely to be a debut for Samuel Chukwueze who has arrived on loan from AC Milan.
Fulham predicted lineup vs Cambridge United: (4-2-3-1): Lecomte; Castagne, Diop, Cuenca, Sessegnon; Reed, Cariney, Chukwueze, Smith Rowe, Kevin; Jiménez.
Fulham player to watch vs Cambridge United
Kevin, who joined from Shakhtar Donetsk for £35 million on deadline day, has looked excellent off the bench against Leeds and Brentford, so will he continue to sparkle in this mid-week cup tie?
Fulham vs Cambridge United prediction
We cannot see any other outcome than a resounding Fulham victory on Tuesday night, with the Whites swatting Cambridge United aside at Craven Cottage: Fulham 3-0 Cambridge United.
Fulham vs Cambridge United FAQs - Carabao Cup
How to watch Fulham vs Cambridge United in the Carabao Cup on TV channel?
Fulham vs Cambridge United 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 Cambridge United in the Carabao Cup on live streaming?
Fulham vs Cambridge United 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 Cambridge United in the Carabao Cup?
Fulham vs Cambridge United takes place on Tuesday 23 September 2025, with kick off at 19:45 (BST), 14:45 (EDT) & 11:45 (PDT).