Inside the 90 Minutes
Fulham turned the tables in dramatic fashion to beat Brentford 3-1 at Craven Cottage on Saturday, delivering a performance full of character and tactical sharpness. After falling behind through a goal by Mikkel Damsgaard just past the 20-minute mark (courtesy of a sloppy pass from Josh King); Fulham surged back into the game before half-time and never looked back.
The move that shifted momentum came in the 38th minute when Alex Iwobi equalised, capitalizing on poor clearing by Brentford, then two minutes later laid on a defence-splitting through-ball for Harry Wilson to fire in and put Fulham ahead.
Five minutes into the second half, Fulham extended their lead when a cross from Ryan Sessegnon struck Ethan Pinnock’s shoulder and deflected into his own net. Brentford couldn’t recover: Fulham controlled the tempo, limited the Bees’ counterattacks, and held firm.
Notably, four Nigerians were involved across the two teams. For Fulham, Alex Iwobi was central – equalising, assisting, and proving a constant threat. Calvin Bassey helped shore up the defense, Samuel Chukwueze came on as a substitute to add attacking width, and for Brentford, Michael Kayode was involved defensively, especially early on (long throw involvement, defensive duties).
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Decisive Moment
The game’s turning point happened shortly before half-time: Iwobi’s equaliser immediately followed by Wilson’s powerful finish gave Fulham the lead. By that time, Brentford’s confidence seemed shaken, and Fulham rode that momentum with composure. The own goal by Pinnock early in the second half sealed the result.
What This Means for Both Teams
Fulham now have their second win of the season, and this comeback boosts belief among the squad and supporters. Their ability to respond under pressure, particularly in a West London derby, shows growth and resilience.
Brentford under new manager Keith Andrews continue to struggle away from home, especially when they start well but fail to sustain pressure. Defensive errors and lapse in concentration cost them dearly.
Reaction & What’s Next
Fulham manager Marco Silva praised his side’s aggressive response and calmness under pressure, particularly highlighting Iwobi’s influence. For Brentford, Andrews admitted his team made mistakes; particularly late in the first half and that they need better consistency and composure.
What Next? Fulham will look to carry this confidence into upcoming fixtures, especially at home, while Brentford must regroup quickly to avoid further slips, especially away from home.
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