Premier League GW13 - Fulham vs Wolves

Fulham vs Wolves | Picture Credits: Fulham Website

Dramatic moments, amazing goals, and late penalty drama characterized Fulham's exciting 3-2 triumph over Wolves in a match played at Craven Cottage.

Craven Cottage Stadium | Picture Credits: Fulham Website

Fulham:

Fulham has had a patchy start to the season compared to its peaks from the previous one; they enter this game in 15th place with just 12 points. They have only won three of their six Premier League games thus far (D3 L6), and they have lost their previous four games in the competition while drawing one. Two of those wins have occurred at home, the most recent being a 3-1 triumph against Sheffield United at the beginning of October.

Wolves:

As for Wolves, they're finally finding their rhythm this season after a sluggish start. They have only lost one of their previous seven Premier League games (W3 D3), although that loss did occur on their most recent away trip when Sheffield United defeated them 2-1 due to a contentious penalty that was given against them in the closing seconds. Wolves enters this match fresh off an incredible comeback victory over Tottenham in stoppage time, winning 2-1 before to the international break.

Line Ups:

FULHAM STARTING XI (4-2-3-1):

Bernd Leno; Timothy Castagne, Calvin Bassey, Tim Ream, Antonee Robinson; Alex Iwobi, Harrison Reed; Tom Cairney, Andreas Pereira, Willian; Raul Jimenez.

Subs: Tosin Adarabioyo, Harry Wilson, Marek Rodak, Kenny Tete, Sasa Lukic, Fode Ballo-Toure, Carlos Vinicius, Luke Harris, Bobby De Cordova-Reid.

WOLVES STARTING XI (3-5-2):

Jose Sa; Maximilian Kilman, Santiago Bueno, Toti Gomes; Nelson Semedo, Jean-Ricner Bellegarde, Joao Gomes, Rayan Ait-Nouri; Hwang Hee-Chan, Matheus Cunha.

Subs: Pablo Sarabia, Boubacar Traore, Tommy Doyle, Sasa Kalajdzic, Matt Doherty, Daniel Bentley, Jonny Otto, Fabio Silva, Hugo Bueno.

First Half: Early Excitement

Wolves, who were in first position, faced a Fulham team that was getting comfortable. The match got underway with a bang as Alex Iwobi of Fulham scored the first goal of the match in the seventh minute after a masterful team effort. But Wolves came back strong, and in the 22nd minute, Matheus Cunha's forceful header tied the score at one. Hwang Hee-Chan was denied a tantalizing opportunity by the woodwork for Wolves.

At the break, the scores of the two teams were tied at 1. Cunha's accurate header cancelled out Iwobi's goal that had given Fulham the lead. Fans were kept on the edge of their seats by the unrelenting tempo and opportunities on both ends.

Second Half: Penalty Drama Unfolds

The second half became a drama involving penalties. Following a foul on Tom Cairney, Willian coolly scored from the penalty spot to give Fulham the lead once more in the 59th minute. But Wolves rallied, and in the 75th minute, Hwang scored from a penalty following a poor challenge by Tim Ream of Fulham.

There appeared to be a draw in the match until Fulham was granted a thrilling stoppage-time penalty. Willian rose to the occasion once more, showcasing steely nerves to ensure Fulham's triumph. VAR intervention, controversy, and a whirlwind of emotions marked the closing moments as Fulham celebrated a well-earned victory.

Fulham Triumphs in Spectacular Fashion

Fulham's victory ended their losing trend and demonstrated their tenacity and will. The thrilling match, with its lofty goals and dramatic finish, will live long in the memory of supporters. Even though Wolves lost, they are still a strong team in the Premier League, and Fulham, who moved up to 14th place, is looking forward to new challenges. Fans of football were treated to a show, and Craven Cottage saw an unforgettable match that lived up to the Premier League's reputation for excitement and unpredictability.

Fulham's Iwobi scored the game's opening goal | Picture Credits: Fulham Website

Cunha's powerful header levelled the score | Picture Credits: Wolves Website

Fulham took the lead again thanks to a superb penalty kick from Willian | Picture Credits: Fulham Website

Hwang equalised the score once more with a penalty kick | Picture Credits: Wolves Website

Willian scored again and Fulham took the lead | Picture Credits: Fulham Website