Fulham
Tottenham
Match Statistics
Confirmed Lineups
- 1 Leno B.
- 2 Tete K.
- 3 Diop I.
- 4 Bassey C.
- 5 Sessegnon R.
- 6 Iwobi A.
- 7 Berge S.
- 8 Wilson H.
- 9 Smith Rowe E.
- 10 Bobb O.
- 11 Jimenez R.
Substitutes
Cairney T., Castagne T., Chukwueze S., Cuenca J., King J., Lecomte B., Reed H., Robinson A., Rodrigo Muniz
- 1 Vicario G.
- 2 Porro P.
- 3 Dragusin R.
- 4 van de Ven M.
- 5 Gray A.
- 6 Gallagher C.
- 7 Bissouma Y.
- 8 Palhinha J.
- 9 Simons X.
- 10 Kolo Muani R.
- 11 Solanke D.
Substitutes
Austin B., Danso K., Kinsky A., Olusesi C., Richarlison, Rowswell J., Sarr P. M., Souza, Tel M., X
Fulham vs Tottenham Match Commentary
Fulham vs Tottenham Match Overview: 2-1 Premier League
Craven Cottage had that familiar edge of belief as Fulham made their early authority count, then had to survive a late Tottenham surge to seal a 2-1 win. This Fulham vs Tottenham Match Report is defined by two clinical first-half finishes from Harry Wilson and Alex Iwobi, before Richarlison’s header dragged Spurs back into it and turned the closing stages into a siege. The Fulham vs Tottenham Result keeps Marco Silva’s side moving with purpose, while Igor Tudor’s Tottenham left west London with regrets after a frantic finish that even included a dramatic goal-line clearance in stoppage time. The Fulham vs Tottenham Score reads 2-1, but the tension felt far bigger than a single-goal margin.
- 7’ Fulham strike first: Harry Wilson’s first-time finish survived a VAR check to make it 1-0.
- 34’ Iwobi’s moment of class: Alex Iwobi bent a low drive in off the post for 2-0 after smart work from Wilson.
- 63’ Vicario keeps Spurs alive: A superb save denied Emile Smith Rowe as Fulham threatened a third.
- 66’ Tottenham hit back: Archie Gray’s long pass found Richarlison, who headed in from close range for 2-1.
- 88’ Sarr’s big chance: Pape Matar Sarr slipped free but dragged wide with Fulham clinging on.
- 90+7’ last-gasp drama: Joao Palhinha’s rebound looked destined for the net until a Fulham defender produced a stunning goal-line clearance.
First Half: Fulham’s fast start rattles Tottenham
From the opening exchanges, Fulham played like a side that knew exactly where the cracks might appear. They pressed with intent, pushed bodies into the box early, and forced Tottenham into hurried clearances and corners that kept the home crowd engaged.
The breakthrough arrived quickly and with a slice of controversy. Harry Wilson met the ball first time inside the area and lifted it into the roof of the net, sparking celebrations that were briefly paused by a VAR review. The decision stood, and Fulham had the perfect platform.
Tottenham tried to answer through set pieces and second balls, with efforts blocked as Fulham threw themselves into challenges. But whenever the visitors overcommitted, Fulham’s attacking midfield line found space to run into. Kenny Tete came agonisingly close from point-blank range, and that warning mattered because Fulham’s second goal was pure conviction: Wilson’s low pass found Alex Iwobi on the edge of the box, and the midfielder created half a yard before drilling a strike into the bottom corner via the post. At 2-0, Craven Cottage felt like it was tilting in Fulham’s favour.
Second Half: Tottenham chase, Fulham bend, but don’t break
Tottenham’s response was immediate in spirit if not in execution. Fulham still carried threat—Emile Smith Rowe twice went close early in the half, and when he finally connected cleanly, Guglielmo Vicario produced a brilliant save to prevent what would have been a decisive third.
Tudor’s changes were a clear signal that Spurs were going all-in, and the game’s temperature rose. The turning point came when Archie Gray, stepping forward with ambition, delivered a long, raking pass that Richarlison attacked like a striker in full flight. His close-range header made it 2-1 and injected real jeopardy into the contest.
From there, it became a test of Fulham’s nerve and organisation. Bernd Leno claimed corners under pressure, Fulham’s back line cleared their lines repeatedly, and Tottenham kept probing through set pieces and late runs. Pape Matar Sarr’s miss wide of the post felt like the moment Spurs would replay on the coach ride home. And in the final seconds, the chaos peaked: Joao Palhinha pounced on a rebound and fired low, only for a Fulham defender to hook it away on the line. Seconds later, the whistle went, and Fulham’s players celebrated like they’d earned something far more than three points.
For anyone searching Fulham vs Tottenham Highlights, the closing minutes alone delivered the drama—bookings, corners, and one of those desperate clearances that can define a season’s mood.
Fulham vs Tottenham Stats Breakdown
The Fulham vs Tottenham Stats underline why the home side deserved the win, even if the finish was uncomfortable. Fulham posted an xG of 2.28 to Tottenham’s 0.88, reflecting the quality of chances created, particularly before Spurs’ late push. Fulham also generated 3 big chances to Tottenham’s 1, and finished with 18 shots compared to Spurs’ 13.
Possession leaned Fulham’s way at 54%, but the key was what they did with it: quick combinations around the box and repeated entries into dangerous areas, shown by 34 touches in the opposition box (Tottenham had 30). Tottenham did win the corner count 8-5 and piled on pressure late, yet Fulham’s defensive output—34 clearances—tells the story of a team that protected its lead with commitment.
In this Fulham vs Tottenham Analysis, the decisive gap was efficiency in the decisive zones. Fulham converted early dominance into a two-goal cushion, and while Tottenham improved after substitutions, they left themselves too much to do and relied heavily on late momentum rather than sustained control.
Fulham vs Tottenham Lineups
Fulham XI (4-2-3-1): Bernd Leno; Kenny Tete, Issa Diop, Calvin Bassey, Ryan Sessegnon; Alex Iwobi, Sander Berge; Harry Wilson, Emile Smith Rowe, Oscar Bobb; Raul Jimenez.
Tottenham XI (4-4-2): Guglielmo Vicario; Pedro Porro, Radu Dragusin, Micky van de Ven, Archie Gray; Conor Gallagher, Yves Bissouma, Joao Palhinha, Xavi Simons; Randal Kolo Muani, Dominic Solanke.
Notable substitutes used: Fulham introduced Tom Cairney, Rodrigo Muniz, Samuel Chukwueze, Joshua King and Jorge Cuenca as they managed injuries and legs late on. Tottenham turned to Richarlison, Pape Matar Sarr, Mathys Tel, Souza and Kevin Danso in a bid to flip the game.
Player of the Match
Harry Wilson (Fulham). The opener set the tone, and his involvement in the second goal—spotting the pass, timing it perfectly, and giving Iwobi the ideal platform—was the kind of sharp, high-IQ contribution that makes a match feel under control. In a game that ended with Fulham hanging on, Wilson’s early incision was the difference.
What the Result Means
This Fulham vs Tottenham Result is a statement of intent from Fulham: they were proactive, brave in possession, and ruthless when the chances came. It also reinforces how difficult Fulham can be to contain at Craven Cottage when their wide creators are in rhythm.
For Tottenham, this Team A vs Team B full-time analysis points to a familiar frustration: too much reliance on late pressure after conceding control early. The response was real, the substitutions injected urgency, but the overall output didn’t match the talent on the pitch. The post-match reaction will focus on those missed moments—Sarr’s late chance and the goal-line clearance that denied Palhinha—because they were inches from changing the narrative.
There will be no more action in this match as the referee signals full time.
90+7'
Joao Palhinha (Tottenham) is the first to arrive to a rebound inside the penalty area and unleashes a quick low strike towards the middle of the goal that beats the keeper. One of the defenders, however, makes a superb goal-line clearance.
90+6'
A corner kick by Tottenham is thwarted by the well prepared Bernd Leno (Fulham).
90+6'
Archie Gray (Tottenham) is unable to control an accurate defence-splitting pass properly and one of the defending players reacts well to rob him of the ball. Tottenham have been awarded a corner kick.
90+5'
Pedro Porro (Tottenham) argues with the referee and is booked for dissent.
90+4'
Tottenham fail to score from a corner as Bernd Leno (Fulham) leaps to collect the ball.
90+2'
Tom Cairney (Fulham) is booked after bringing down an opponent. Thomas Bramall had an easy-decision to make.
90'
6 additional min. will be played.
90'
Igor Tudor decides to make a substitution. Radu Dragusin will be replaced by Kevin Danso (Tottenham).
90'
Here comes a substitution. Alex Iwobi is given a rest as he is replaced by Jorge Cuenca (Fulham).
88'
Golden opportunity! Pape Matar Sarr (Tottenham) lost his marker inside the box, only to shoot just wide of the left post after receiving a good pass. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Fulham.
83'
Kenny Tete (Fulham) is penalised for holding. Thomas Bramall signals a set piece. Tottenham win a free kick and will be able to apply some pressure on the opposition goal.
80'
The manager has decided to make a substitution and Yves Bissouma walks off the pitch to be replaced by Souza (Tottenham).
80'
Richarlison (Tottenham) is adjudged offside.
80'
Rodrigo Muniz (Fulham) receives a quality pass inside the box and fires a first-time shot. His effort towards the middle of the goal is saved by the goalkeeper.
79'
The resulting set piece from Tottenham is comfortably intercepted by one of the defending players.
78'
Dominic Solanke (Tottenham) attempts to find his teammate with a pass from outside the box, but the opposition's defence is quick to react and thwarts the attack. Now Tottenham have a corner.
78'
A short pass finds Alex Iwobi (Fulham). He spots the keeper off his line and shoots from mid-range, but the ball sails high over the bar. The ball goes out of play and Tottenham will have a goal kick.
75'
Tom Cairney (Fulham) has a first-time shot at goal. It's a good effort from the edge of the box, but flies just a whisker past the right post. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Tottenham.
74'
The referee signals that it is time for a substitution and Joshua King (Fulham) comes onto the pitch so that Oscar Bobb can be given a rest.
73'
Substitution. Raul Jimenez is replaced by Rodrigo Muniz (Fulham).
72'
The referee stops play so that a substitution can be made and Tom Cairney (Fulham) comes onto the pitch for Emile Smith Rowe.
72'
Harry Wilson is substituted due to injury. Marco Silva gives a chance to Samuel Chukwueze (Fulham).
68'
Radu Dragusin (Tottenham) loses his marker in the box from the resulting corner, times his jump well but flashes his close-range header well wide of the right post. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Fulham.
68'
The ball goes out of play and it will be a corner kick.
67'
Mathys Tel (Tottenham) goes on a solo run, but he fails to create a chance as an opposition player blocks him. The ball goes out of play. Tottenham are awarded a corner kick.
66'
Calvin Bassey (Fulham) is booked for saying more than Thomas Bramall was willing to tolerate.
66'
Yellow card! It's like Richarlison (Tottenham) was asking for a caution with his behaviour. Thomas Bramall agrees and books him.
66'
Unsporting behaviour by Calvin Bassey (Fulham).
66'
Richarlison (Tottenham) displayed very unsporting behaviour.
66'
2 - 1
It's a goal! Archie Gray sends a long raking pass onto the head of Richarlison (Tottenham), who makes no mistake from close in and sends the ball into the bottom right corner. 2:1.
64'
Micky van de Ven (Tottenham) has tested the patience of referee Thomas Bramall and goes into the book for a previous late challenge.
63'
A fantastic block by a defender means that the corner from Fulham comes to nothing.
63'
A defence-splitting pass is taken in his stride by Emile Smith Rowe (Fulham) in the box. Without even looking up he drills a shot towards the top right corner, but Guglielmo Vicario pulls off a brilliant save. The ball goes out for a corner. Fulham can continue in their attacking effort.
61'
Issa Diop (Fulham) is cautioned by the referee for a foul that he committed a little earlier.
58'
It is time for a substitution. Mathys Tel (Tottenham) is on for Randal Kolo Muani.
58'
Igor Tudor has decided to make a change. Richarlison (Tottenham) replaces Xavi Simons.
58'
The game has come to an end for Conor Gallagher. He has contributed as much as he could today. He will be replaced by the fresh legs of Pape Matar Sarr (Tottenham).
56'
Alex Iwobi flicks on the near post corner to Kenny Tete (Fulham) at the back post, but he somehow heads the ball well wide of the right post from close range. The ball goes out of play and Tottenham will have a goal kick.
55'
Alex Iwobi (Fulham) will take the corner.
55'
Raul Jimenez (Fulham) expertly controls the pass inside the penalty area and shoots, but it's inadvertently blocked a defender. Good work from Fulham as they win a corner.
51'
A sweet pass inside the box gives Emile Smith Rowe (Fulham) time to measure a shot, but it's slightly mishit and goes just wide of the right post. That really was a great chance! The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Tottenham.
51'
Calvin Bassey (Fulham) tackles a bit over-zealously and Thomas Bramall blows for a foul. Tottenham will take a free kick.
50'
Ryan Sessegnon (Fulham) gathers the pass and without hesitation smashes a shot in from long range, but it goes high over the bar. The ball goes out of play and Tottenham will have a goal kick.
49'
Radu Dragusin (Tottenham) commits a rough challenge and Thomas Bramall blows his whistle for a foul. It's a free kick to Fulham, but it's in no position for a direct shot on goal.
46'
Raul Jimenez (Fulham) is flagged for offside.
46'
Referee Thomas Bramall blows his whistle to start the second half.
45+5'
The referee blows his whistle for half-time, bringing to a close the first 45 minutes of the match.
45+1'
Calvin Bassey (Fulham) leans back and sends a volley soaring over the bar from inside the box. The ball goes out of play and Tottenham will have a goal kick.
45+1'
A good clearance by a defender means the corner comes to nothing for Fulham.
45'
4 min. of stoppage-time to be played.
45'
Ryan Sessegnon (Fulham) fails to send a pass into the box as his effort is cut out. The ball is out of play. A goal-scoring opportunity from a corner for Fulham.
44'
Calvin Bassey (Fulham) sends a long ball in, but Guglielmo Vicario comfortably gathers the ball.
40'
Joao Palhinha (Tottenham) gets to the rebound just outside the box, but his attempt is blocked by one of the defending players.
40'
Randal Kolo Muani (Tottenham) gets to the rebound and shoots, but the effort is blocked.
40'
Xavi Simons (Tottenham) swings in a cross from the corner, but Bernd Leno reads it well and gathers the ball.
39'
Pedro Porro (Tottenham) delivers a crossfield pass, but the ball is cut out before it reaches its intended target. The referee points to the corner flag. It's a corner to Tottenham.
38'
Radu Dragusin (Tottenham) gets to the ball from the resulting corner but blazes it well over the bar. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Fulham.
38'
Xavi Simons (Tottenham) is about to take a corner kick.
37'
Xavi Simons (Tottenham) takes the corner with a short pass.
37'
Yves Bissouma (Tottenham) receives a good pass just outside the box, unleashes a strike from a promising position, but the shot is blocked by the defender. Tottenham get a corner.
34'
2 - 0
Alex Iwobi (Fulham) controls the ball on the edge of the box after a superb low pass by Harry Wilson. He makes a yard for himself and fires a wonderful strike into the bottom left corner via the post. 2:0!
32'
Randal Kolo Muani (Tottenham) commits a foul and Thomas Bramall immediately signals a free kick. That's a free kick to Fulham.
28'
Harry Wilson (Fulham) goes down under a challenge in the box, but the ref immediately waves away the appeals from all players.
25'
Randal Kolo Muani (Tottenham) receives a neat pass inside the box and instantly thumps the ball goalward, but a defender makes a last ditch block to deny him.
21'
Dominic Solanke (Tottenham) gets on the end of a pass and takes a shot from the edge of the box, but it's blocked by one of the defending players.
20'
Sander Berge (Fulham) brings his opponent down with a tackle and Thomas Bramall blows his whistle for a foul. It's a free kick to Tottenham, but they probably won't attempt a direct shot on goal from here.
19'
Kenny Tete (Fulham) has a huge chance to score from close range, but his effort goes just a few inches wide of the right-hand post. The ball goes out of play and Tottenham will have a goal kick.
19'
Harry Wilson (Fulham) attempts to set up his teammate with a scoring opportunity by chipping in a fine pass from the edge of the box, but one of the defenders intercepts his effort.
17'
Pedro Porro (Tottenham) takes a snap shot from the edge of the box after a rebound, but his effort is a waste as it goes high over the bar. The ball is off of the pitch and it's a goal kick for Fulham.
17'
The corner is swung in but Tottenham can’t take advantage as a defender sweeps the ball away.
16'
Joao Palhinha (Tottenham) takes a first-time shot from the edge of the box, but his effort is well blocked by the defender. Tottenham will have a chance to score from a corner kick.
15'
Radu Dragusin (Tottenham) is moving okay again after that injury scare.
15'
Raul Jimenez (Fulham) has picked up a minor injury, but it looks like he will be able to continue.
13'
Radu Dragusin (Tottenham) requires medical treatment, so the referee stops play and signals for the physio to come onto the pitch.
13'
The game is interrupted now, Raul Jimenez (Fulham) picks up a knock and the physio has to come on.
12'
Radu Dragusin (Tottenham) makes a rough challenge and Thomas Bramall blows his whistle for a foul. Fulham are given an advantage. They have a free kick.
11'
Calvin Bassey (Fulham) jumps for a header from the resulting set piece, but it goes way wide of the right post. The ball goes out of play and Tottenham will have a goal kick.
11'
Fulham force their opponents to concede a corner.
10'
One of the defenders reacts at the last minute to brilliantly block a pass from Ryan Sessegnon (Fulham). Fulham force a corner. Their opponents will face another attacking threat.
9'
Thomas Bramall sticks with his original decision after the VAR review. No infringement and the goal stands!
8'
The Fulham players halt their celebrations as referee Thomas Bramall makes the VAR signal to review the goal, most likely to ascertain if there was a foul in the build-up play.
7'
1 - 0
Goal! Harry Wilson (Fulham) unleashes a first-time shot from inside the box and beats the goalkeeper into the roof of the net. 1:0.
6'
Fulham failed to take advantage of the corner as the opposition's defence was alert and averted the threat.
4'
Radu Dragusin (Tottenham) was trying to get to the ball but clattered into the legs of the opponent as well. Paul Tierney blows his whistle for an infringement. A free kick is awarded to Fulham.
3'
Xavi Simons (Tottenham) slides a pass forward, but one of the defenders cuts it out.
2'
Randal Kolo Muani (Tottenham) holds his opponent to prevent him from getting the ball and the referee blows for a foul after seeing the whole situation. A free kick to Fulham.
1'
The first half has started.
The players are out at last! Fulham will take the kick-off.
Today's referee will be Paul Tierney.
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