Match Summary

Fulham FC – Crystal Palace: 1–2
Crystal Palace claimed a gritty 2–1 win at Craven Cottage thanks to well-timed goals from Eddie Nketiah and Marc Guehi. Nketiah opened the scoring in the 20th minute, before Harry Wilson hit back for Fulham just before halftime. With both sides pushing, Guehi rose highest from a corner in the 87th minute to head home the winner. Despite enjoying 62% possession and firing 11 shots, Fulham couldn’t break through in the second half. Palace made their chances count, notching seven shots on target in a clinical away performance.

Man of the Match

Key player: Eddie Nketiah (Crystal Palace)
The striker gave Crystal Palace the early advantage with a goal in the 20th minute, calmly finishing off a move started by Adam Wharton.
Nketiah remained a threat before being substituted, also testing the keeper again midway through the second half with another shot on target.
His opener laid the foundation for Palace’s away win and was crucial in swinging momentum their way.

Key player: Yeremy Pino (Crystal Palace)
Subtle yet vital, Pino supplied the match-winning assist in the 87th minute with a well-placed delivery for Marc Guehi's decisive header.
The late timing of the assist left Fulham little room to recover, making Pino’s contribution the defining moment of the contest.
In a tight 2–1 victory, his creative spark separated the sides late on.

Conclusion

Crystal Palace showcased determination and efficiency, converting key chances and holding firm under pressure. Their win at Fulham underlines the importance of decisive moments and clinical finishing in tight fixtures.