West Ham vs Fulham 0-2 Report: Hammers Dealt Blow in European Chase

West Ham vs Fulham Report

Scorers: Pereira 9’, 72’

Fulham claimed a notable 2-0 victory against West Ham United at the London Stadium, marking their first away Premier League win against the Hammers in nearly two decades.

Andreas Pereira starred for the Cottagers, netting both goals to seal the win.

Early Misses and Pereira’s Precision

The match began with West Ham creating early opportunities, showing promising signs in the opening minutes. Lucas Paquetá and Mohammed Kudus were both involved in these early forays but were unable to convert their chances. Fulham’s goalkeeper, Bernd Leno, played a crucial role in keeping the score level during this period with several key saves.

Despite West Ham’s dominance, it was Fulham who struck first. Pereira capitalised on a defensive mistake from Konstantinos Mavropanos, giving Fulham the lead with a composed finish.

His influence didn’t stop there; Pereira nearly doubled his tally shortly after from a cross by Willian, asserting Fulham’s threat on the counter.

Goalkeepers Shine Amid Open Play

Both goalkeepers were tested throughout the match, with Leno and West Ham’s Łukasz Fabiański making significant contributions. Fabiański, in particular, made a series of saves to keep his team in the game, denying Fulham’s attackers on multiple occasions.

The second half mirrored the first in terms of openness, with both teams creating ample scoring opportunities. Muniz and Iwobi continued to pressure West Ham’s defence, which eventually capitulated again to Pereira.

The midfielder secured his brace and Fulham’s second goal through another smooth Fulham attack, putting the game beyond the Hammers’ reach.

Impact on the Table and Match Aftermath

This victory ended Fulham’s three-game winless streak and brought them within two points of the top 10, highlighting their resilience and tactical acumen under pressure.

Conversely, West Ham’s defeat was their second in the last 12 home PL matches, a blow to their aspirations for the season.

The game was also marred by an injury to West Ham’s league debutant George Earthy, who sustained a head injury late in the match, overshadowing the final minutes of the game.

This result not only signifies a significant achievement for Fulham but also serves as a reminder of their potential in the Premier League, as they managed to dismantle a usually resilient West Ham side away from home.

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