Fulham

Fulham-Aston Villa

Villa travel to Craven Cottage to take on Fulham.

Fulham | WDDLW | 12th | Top Scorer: B. Reid (5)

Fulham are a side on the incline. They come into this game unbeaten in their previous 3 matches. They've overcome a below average scoring attack. Their average xG (expected goals) of 1.23 is 6th lowest in the league. Andreas Pereira leads the way with assists this season and has 5 so far (17th in the EPL). On the attacking side, Willian has been their leader this season with 37 shots taken (41st in the EPL).

Villa | LWLDW | 5th | Top Scorer: O. Watkins (11)

Villa's form is on a downward spiral. Their recent struggles have seen them fall to 5th in the table. In terms of ball possession and chance creation, Villa have recorded 56% possession (7th in the league) this season, while taking 14.9 shots per match. Advanced metrics evaluate their average xG (expected goals) at 1.74 this year. With 30 tackles and 20 interceptions, Boubacar Kamara ranks as one of the best in the league defensively.

Fulham-Villa Prediction: 0-1

Villa's robust defence should help them pick up three vital points away from home.

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Bobby Reid, Rodrigo Muniz guide in win over Bournemouth.

Bobby Reid scored the match's first goal for Fulham in the fifth minute. Rodrigo Muniz then doubled the lead with a goal in the 36th minute. Down 2-0, Bournemouth's Marcos Senesi narrowed the deficit with a strike in the 50th minute. However, the comeback attempt was futile as Rodrigo Muniz put the game out of reach with a 52nd minute goal to secure the win for Fulham.

The Overview

• The Cottagers managed seven shots with their 50% possession.
• The Cottagers' shooting precision paid off as they achieved an impressive 86% accuracy.

The Details

Antonee Robinson's excellent reading of the game was on show again, he intercepted the ball 5 times. Neither team showed a superior passing game. The Cottagers had 461 completed passes while the Cherries completed 445 passes.

Fulham win to end their drawing streak. Meanwhile, Bournemouth break their drawing streak, but not in the way they'd like.

Both squads play next on Saturday, February 17th. Fulham meet Villa at Craven Cottage, while Bournemouth meet Newcastle at St James' Park. Can this be the start of a winning streak for the Cottagers? Will the Cherries put this disappointment behind them?

Fulham denied by late David Datro Fofana equalizer.

João Palhinha began the scoring for Fulham in the 17th minute following an assist by Andreas Pereira. Rodrigo Muniz then doubled the lead with a goal in the 21st minute. Down 2-0, Burnley's David Datro Fofana narrowed the deficit with a strike in the 71st minute. Burnley then completed the comeback on a David Datro Fofana goal to secure one point.

The Overview

• The Clarets saw a bit less of the ball with 44% possession, but that didn't cost them.
• The teams created a similar amount of chances, with the Cottagers registering 15 shots to the Clarets' 12.

The Details

Josh Brownhill posed a threat out wide, leading the team in crosses. For Fulham, Andreas Pereira was relentless, getting 14 crosses into the opposition box. The Cottagers had a clear advantage in the passing game, racking up 489 completed passes to the Clarets' 382.

Burnley's unpredictable form continues. Meanwhile, Fulham earn their second draw in a row.

Both squads play next on Saturday, February 10th. Burnley have a tough game ahead against Liverpool, while Fulham take on Bournemouth at Craven Cottage. Can the Clarets do better next time? Will the Cottagers start a run of draws?

Fulham and Everton share the points.

Honors even in this one, with neither side able to force a breakthrough.

The Overview

• It may have ended in a draw but the Cottagers might consider themselves unlucky as they had 69% possession in the game.
• The Toffees may count themselves fortunate to have shared the points after managing just 21 shots compared to the Cottagers' 25.

The Details

James Garner racked up 6 interceptions throughout the game, constantly frustrating the Cottagers. For Fulham, Andreas Pereira had a field day, registering 12 crosses. The Cottagers only came away with a draw despite completing 335 more passes than the Toffees.

Fulham's unpredictable form continues. Meanwhile, Everton earn their second draw in a row.

Both squads play next on Saturday, February 3rd. Fulham meet Burnley at Turf Moor, while there's no relief for Everton who face a rampant Tottenham. Can the Cottagers do better next time? Will the Toffees start a run of draws?

Strong defensive display gives Chelsea the win.

After a scoreless first 45 minutes, Cole Palmer got the opener from the penalty spot for Chelsea in the 45th minute. This lone goal proved decisive, as Chelsea held on to beat Fulham and take all three points.

The Overview

• The Blues cut through the opposition defence with relative ease and registered 17 shots.
• Despite the loss, the Cottagers had plenty of chances of their own, getting away 14 shots in the match.
• The Blues got the job done, but it should've been more comfortable considering their shot accuracy was only 18%.

The Details

Levi Colwill racked up 3 interceptions throughout the game, constantly frustrating the Cottagers. The Blues won the passing game, clocking up 525 completed passes to the Cottagers' 420.

Chelsea's winning streak rolls on. Meanwhile, Fulham's mixed form continues.

Next up, Chelsea meet Liverpool at Anfield on Wednesday, January 31st. While Fulham meet Everton at Craven Cottage on Tuesday, January 30th. Can the Blues keep their great form going? Will the Cottagers improve their form?

Fulham beat Arsenal at Craven Cottage.

Bukayo Saka got Arsenal off to a flyer with an early goal. After going down 1-0, Raúl Jiménez retaliated in the 29th minute. Bobby Reid then completed the comeback with a tiebreaking score in the 59th minute as Fulham took the win.

The Overview

• The Cottagers' counter-attacking style was effective, as they registered 15 shots.
• Despite the loss, the Gunners had plenty of chances of their own, getting away 13 shots in the match.
• Although they got the win, the Cottagers were wasteful in front of goal, only getting 27% of their total shots on target.

The Details

Antonee Robinson was one step ahead all game, recording 3 interceptions. The Gunners moved the ball about nicely despite their loss, completing 227 more passes than their opponents.

Fulham's form finally picks up. Meanwhile, it's another loss for Arsenal, who'll hope to turn things around quickly.

Next up, Fulham take on Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Saturday, January 13th. While Arsenal take on Palace at Emirates Stadium on Saturday, January 20th. Can this be the start of a winning streak for the Cottagers? Will the Gunners get out of this rough patch?