Fulham triumphed in a tightly contested match against West Ham United, achieving a significant victory that helps them rise in the Premier League table. Raúl Jiménez proved to be the hero of the day, scoring the decisive goal in the 90th minute.
Raúl Jiménez was the standout player of the match, showcasing an impressive performance by registering 1 goal, attempting 5 shots on target, and completing 16 successful passes.
Another key player for Fulham was Harry Wilson, who excelled in midfield with 29 successful passes and 2 shots on goal.
West Ham United, managed by Nuno Simões Espírito Santo, utilized a 4-5-1 formation, featuring Alphonse Areola in goal and a defensive line comprising Kyle Walker-Peters, Jean-Clair Todibo, Maximilian Kilman, and Oliver Scarles. The midfield included Soungoutou Magassa, Freddie Potts, Jarrod Bowen, Mateus Fernandes, and Crysencio Summerville, with Lucas Paquetá leading the attack.
Meanwhile, Fulham, under the guidance of Marco Saraiva da Silva, set up in a similar 4-5-1 formation, with Bernd Leno in goal and a defense made up of Kenny Tete, Joachim Andersen, Jorge Cuenca, and Antonee Robinson. The midfield trio consisted of Sasa Lukic, Sander Berge, and Harry Wilson, with Emile Smith Rowe supporting Raúl Jiménez in attack.
The match was officiated by referee Chris Kavanagh at the Boleyn Ground.
Looking ahead, West Ham will face Brighton and Hove in their next match, while Fulham is set to play away against Crystal Palace.
After the match, West Ham remains in 18th place with 13 points, while Fulham climbs to 10th with 26 points.
West Ham United Substitutions
55’ 2T – Crysencio Summerville was replaced by Callum Wilson
82’ 2T – Lucas Paquetá went off for George Earthy, and Soungoutou Magassa was substituted for Tomás Soucek
Yellow Cards for West Ham United:
43’ 1T – Jean-Clair Todibo (Unsporting Behavior)
Fulham Substitutions
68’ 2T – Kevin Santos was replaced by Joshua King
81’ 2T – Emile Smith Rowe left the field for Thomas Cairney, and Kenny Tete was substituted for Timothy Castagne
87’ 2T – Sasa Lukic was replaced by Issa Diop
Yellow Cards for Fulham:
5’ 2T – Joachim Andersen (Holding an Opponent to Prevent Progress)
9’ 2T – Harry Wilson (Unsporting Behavior)
47’ 2T – Joshua King (Holding an Opponent to Prevent Progress)