Match Summary

Fulham FC – Nottingham Forest: 1–0
Raul Jimenez’s cool finish from the penalty spot in first-half stoppage time handed Fulham a narrow win at Craven Cottage. In a match where both sides shared possession evenly, Nottingham Forest edged the shot count but couldn’t break through. Fulham made their only shot on target count, grinding out the result with disciplined defensive work. Despite Forest’s five corners and late pressure, the hosts held firm for all three points.

Man of the Match

Key player: Raul Jimenez (Fulham FC)
The Mexican striker delivered the decisive moment of the match, calmly converting a penalty deep into first-half stoppage time.
His composed finish gave Fulham a 1-0 lead heading into the break, a margin that ultimately proved enough to secure all three points.
Jimenez's clinical strike was Fulham’s only shot on target — and the only one that mattered.

Conclusion

Fulham capitalized on a key moment and demonstrated solid defensive resilience to secure the win, while Nottingham Forest will rue their missed chances in a tightly contested match.