Premier League GW15 - Fulham vs Nottm Forest

Fulham vs Nottm Forest | Picture Credits: Fulham Website

A spectacular football match took place at Craven Cottage as Fulham defeated Nottingham Forest 5-0. The team led by Marco Silva displayed incredible attacking prowess, with Raul Jimenez and Alex Iwobi standing out for their outstanding performances.

Fulham:

Out of their last six Premier League games, Fulham has only won one, lost four, and let up 13 goals. But after their strong showing at Anfield in their previous match, Marco Silva's team will feel more confident. The Cottagers overcame a 3-0 deficit to take the lead against Liverpool twice before Wataru Endo and Trent Alexander-Arnold's late, rapid goals sealed the 4-3 defeat. At the top of the standings, Fulham is comfortably in 14th place, eight points clear of the relegation zone. This season, Fulham has won three games at home, including their most recent triumph over Wolves. They will also find solace in the knowledge that they defeated Forest the previous season and have won seven of their last nine games (lost two).

Nottm Forest:

Forest is now one spot and two points behind Fulham in the Premier League after losing four of their last five games. After losing badly to Liverpool, the Tricky Trees bounced back to defeat European contenders Aston Villa at the City Ground. However, they have subsequently failed to win any of their last three games. After losing 3-2 to West Ham at London Stadium, Steve Cooper's team's eight-game home winning streak came to an end with losses to Brighton and Everton in quick succession. Forest needs to improve their away performance to avoid the drop zone even if they are six points above the relegation zone. They have failed to score on their travels, picking up just a draw in their last four games.

Starting XI:

FULHAM (4-2-3-1):

Bernd Leno; Timothy Castagne, Calvin Bassey, Tosin Adarabioyo, Antonee Robinson; Joao Palhinha, Tom Cairney; Willian, Andreas Pereira, Alex Iwobi; Raul Jimenez.

FULHAM SUBS: Marek Rodak, Kenny Tete, Harrison Reed, Harry Wilson, Fode Ballo-Toure, Tim Ream, Bobby De Cordova-Reid, Sasa Lukic, Carlos Vinícius.

NOTTINGHAM FOREST (4-1-4-1):

Odysseas Vlachodimos; Ola Aina, Felipe, Murillo, Harry Toffolo; Orel Mangala; Callum Hudson-Odoi, Ibrahim Sangare, Nicolas Dominguez, Anthony Elanga; Divock Origi.

NOTTINGHAM FOREST SUBS: Matt Turner, Neco Williams, Cheikhou Kouyate, Morgan Gibbs-White, Chris Wood, Moussa Niakhate, Ryan Yates, Danilo, Andrew Omobamidele.

Craven Cottage Stadium | Picture Credits: Fulham Website

First Half: Iwobi and Jimenez Spark Fulham's Dominance

Fulham got off to a strong start against Forest, keen to build on their strong showing at Anfield. The game changed dramatically in the thirty-minute mark. Celebrating his 300th Premier League game, Willian launched a quick counterattack. Fulham took the lead 1-0 when his low cross found the unmarked Alex Iwobi, who finished with ease.

Not content to sit back and enjoy their success, the Cottagers doubled their lead in just four minutes. After a feed from Tom Cairney, Jimenez struck powerfully into the top corner, giving Forest goalkeeper Odysseas Vlachodimos no chance.

Fulham was leading 2-0 at the break, and they continued to lead. Forest's efforts were rebuffed; Divock Origi had the finest opportunity, curling a shot just wide. Exciting second half set in motion by Fulham's precision finishing and possession dominance.

Second Half: Jimenez's Brilliance Continues, Iwobi and Cairney Join the Party

In the second half, Fulham wasted little time in increasing their lead. In excellent form, Raul Jimenez displayed his striker's instinct. Jimenez made it 3-0 by using his chest to control a long pass, outmuscle the opposition, dribble past Vlachodimos, and backheeled the ball into the goal.

In the 73rd minute, Iwobi, who was craving more, added his second goal. Iwobi scored from close range after a quick passing play including Cairney and replacement Harry Wilson. In the 86th minute, skipper Cairney added to the scoring frenzy, sparking even more celebrations. Cairney exploited a defensive blunder to sneak the ball past Vlachodimos with ease, capping Fulham's convincing 5-0 victory.

Fulham's Statement Victory

Awestruck Craven Cottage supporters were left by Fulham's five-star display. The team's attacking ability was demonstrated by Jimenez's brace, Iwobi's deft finishing touch, and Cairney's calm goal. Conversely, Forest found it difficult to stem Fulham's offensive.

Fulham surges up the Premier League standings after their convincing win, gaining momentum and confidence. They will face West Ham in their upcoming match, where they hope to extend their winning run. Nottingham Forest will also have a difficult challenge when they travel to play Wolves.

Fans of the game witnessed a spectacle unfold at Craven Cottage, and when the final whistle blew, Fulham's supremacy rang, forever changing this Premier League match. From the theater of dreams at Fulham, good bye until the next exciting meeting.

Iwobi finished with ease and gave Fulham the lead | Picture Credits: Fulham Website

Jimenez's goal doubled Fulham's lead | Picture Credits: Fulham Website

Jimenez scored again which gave Fulham a 3-0 lead | Picture Credits: Fulham Website

Iwobi added his second goal which gave them a lead of 4-0 | Picture Credits: Fulham Website

Cairney's goal gave Fulham a convicing victory | Picture Credits: Fulham Website