Premier League GW24 - Fulham vs Bournemouth

Fulham vs Bournemouth | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

AFC Bournemouth was defeated 3-1 by Fulham, who displayed their attacking ability in an exciting match at Craven Cottage. With a captivating double, Rodrigo Muniz stole the show and helped Fulham overcome their rivals to take the lead in the Premier League rankings.

Line ups:

Fulham FC: Leno, Castagne, Diop, Ream, Robinson, João Palhinha, Cairney (Reed 63'), De Cordova-Reid (Wilson 64'), Andreas Pereira (Ballo-Touré 85'), Willian (Traoré 85'), Rodrigo Muniz (Broja 75')

Subs: Rodák, Reed, Wilson, Broja, Traoré, Ballo-Touré, Lukić, De Fougerolles, King

Bournemouth: Neto, Smith (Faivre 85'), Zabarnyi, Senesi, Kelly (Kerkez 45'), Christie, Cook, Tavernier (Ouattara 69'), Scott (Semenyo 63'), Sinisterra (Ünal 69'), Solanke

Subs: Kerkez, Mepham, Faivre, Ouattara, Kluivert, Semenyo, Ünal, Travers, Sadi

Craven Cottage | Picture Credits: Lineup For

First Half: Willian's Brilliance and Neto's Resilience

Willian showed off his skill, slipping past Bournemouth's defence, but Neto's spectacular stop kept him out of the goal. Robinson's goal-bound attempt was turned away by the Brazilian custodian, who persisted in rejecting Fulham's efforts. Fulham's first half performance was a tale of wasted chances, as Bournemouth's Neto held a commanding goal.

A precise play by De Cordova-Reid and Muniz set up Fulham's second goal. Muniz took advantage of the situation after De Cordova-Reid nodded in the right spot, putting the ball in the back of the net. Muniz took advantage of the little breach in Bournemouth's defence to double Fulham's lead.

Second Half: Solanke's Response and Muniz's Instant Reply

A header from Solanke from a corner gave Bournemouth optimism as they attempted a comeback. But Fulham soon restored their two-goal advantage. Muniz skillfully volleyed Willian's accurate cross to the back post while going unmarked, rendering Neto defenceless. Muniz's prompt response dashed any dreams of a Bournemouth comeback.

Enes Unal was brought on by Bournemouth in an attempt to reverse the tide, but Fulham's defence, spearheaded by custodian Bernd Leno, proved unbreakable. The Cherries found it difficult to get past Fulham's strong defence, and Leno's vital saves made sure the home team kept their lead.

Fulham Ascend, Bournemouth Stalled:

Fulham won 3-1 thanks to a double from Rodrigo Muniz and an early goal from De Cordova-Reid. With the victory, Fulham moved up to the top of the Premier League standings, highlighting their offensive capabilities. Fulham, who have scored 29 points so far, are now two points ahead of Bournemouth, who have lost their previous five games. Savouring Muniz's valour, the Craven Cottage faithful celebrated a triumph to remember.

Reid scored a goal within 5 minutes as the game started and gave Fulham a 1-0 lead | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Muniz's goal doubled Fulham's lead to 2-0 | Picture Credits: Premier League Website

Sensei scored a gaol and kept Bournemouth's hopes alive | Picture Credits: Mundo Albiceleste

Muniz scored one more goal and gave Fulham a strong lead of 3-1 | Picture Credits: Premier League Website