Alex Iwobi starts for Fulham after returning from the Africa Cup of Nations, making one of two changes for Marco Silva's side. The midfielder replaces the injured Sasa Lukic, who is out for four to five weeks with a hamstring issue. Calvin Bassey and Samuel Chukwueze are also back on the bench after AFCON duty.

Brighton arrive at Craven Cottage without Brajan Gruda, who has featured in their last 12 matches. Fabian Hurzeler makes three changes, bringing in Oliver Boscagli, Yasin Ayari, and Carlos Baleba. The visitors sit one point behind Fulham in the Premier League's mid-table, with both teams looking to climb the standings.

Fulham lost 1-0 at Leeds last weekend, ending a six-game unbeaten league run. Brighton have won just once in their last nine league games but did beat Manchester United in the FA Cup this month. The match is crucial for both sides' European aspirations as the season enters its second half.