In a thrilling London derby at Craven Cottage, Fulham emerged victorious with a stunning 3-0 triumph over Tottenham Hotspur. The match showcased Fulham’s clinical finishing and resolute defense, leaving Tottenham struggling to find their rhythm throughout the game.
The first breakthrough came in the 42nd minute when Rodrigo Muniz capitalized on a precise cross from Antonee Robinson, slotting the ball past the Tottenham goalkeeper with clinical precision, giving Fulham a well-deserved lead just before halftime.
Tottenham’s hopes of a comeback were dealt a severe blow in the 49th minute when Sasa Lukic doubled Fulham’s advantage, converting a cross from Timothy Castagne into a powerful strike that left the Spurs defense stunned.
Despite Tottenham’s efforts to claw their way back into the game, Fulham continued to dominate proceedings. In the 61st minute, Rodrigo Muniz once again found himself on the scoresheet, netting his second goal of the match and completing his brace with a composed finish, after Calvin Bassey’s initial effort came off the woodwork.
Alex Iwobi featured for 82 minutes, the nigerian midfielder showcasing his elite passing with 27 of his attempted 32 passes reaching their targets.
Throughout the match, Fulham showcased their attacking prowess, tallying a total of 16 shots with seven on target, while Tottenham struggled to find their cutting edge, managing only 14 shots with five on target despite enjoying slightly more possession.
Ultimately, it was Fulham’s clinical finishing and solid defensive display that secured them a convincing victory over their London rivals. With this impressive performance, Fulham sends a clear message of their intent as they continue their pursuit of success in the league.
