Sunderland began life after Paolo Di Canio with a comfortable win over Peterborough as Tottenham thrashed Aston Villa.
Fulham manager Martin Jol has warned winger Ashkan Dejagah that he must fight for a place in the starting XI.
Martin Jol says summer signing Derek Boateng is missing out for Fulham because of his lack of versatility.
Fulham boss Martin Jol admits he is desperate for a morale-boosting Capital One Cup victory against Everton.
Fulham boss Martin Jol hopes Steve Sidwell and Damien Duff will still be at the club next season.
Chelsea moved to the top of the Premier League after two goals in the second half handed them a 2-0 win over Fulham.
Martin Jol did not want to blame Darren Bent or David Stockdale following Fulham's 2-0 defeat at local rivals Chelsea.
Brede Hangeland says that Fulham are determined to put on a good performance in the London derby with Chelsea.
Chelsea went top as Liverpool slipped to a first defeat to leave Everton as the only unbeaten team in the division.
Fulham have opened talks with midfielder Steve Sidwell over a new deal at Craven Cottage.
Manager Martin Jol says Fulham's players must believe they can beat Chelsea in the West London derby on Saturday.
Martin Jol admits Fulham fans had every right to vent their anger in his direction after the draw with West Brom.
Sunday's Manchester derby is the showpiece event this weekend, as a new rivalry is forged between Manuel Pellegrini and David Moyes.
Alex Kacaniklic is relishing the prospect of facing Chelsea and hopes Fulham can spring a surprise at Stamford Bridge.