In match week 9, Everton and Fulham played out a tense 1-1 draw, where each team had to dig deep to find their way onto the scoreboard.
Key Stats
Fulham managed 13 shots to Everton’s 10, but both sides were quite even in their shot quality, with Fulham holding a slight edge in expected goals (xG) at 1.7 compared to Everton’s 1.2. Fulham’s shots were often from more advantageous positions, as seen in their shot map, which highlights Alex Iwobi’s crucial goal at the 60-minute mark. Everton, however, kept the pressure, with Beto’s late equalizer (94’, xG 0.18) ensuring they didn’t walk away empty-handed.
Match Momentum
The game was marked by a series of ups and downs, reflected in the momentum chart, which shows Fulham holding a larger share of possession (58%) and control through prolonged spells in the match. Everton, though slightly out-possessed, managed to create dangerous moments and ultimately secured a last-gasp equalizer to snatch a point.
Shots and Key Chances
Both teams struggled with accuracy, as each recorded only one goal despite multiple attempts. Everton managed five shots on target out of 10, with key contributions from Calvert-Lewin and Harrison.
Fulham had three on target, and Iwobi’s strike was the standout moment until Beto’s late equalizer turned the tide. Fulham’s shot map shows several shots from inside the box, while Everton’s xG per shot of 0.124 suggests that their attempts were from slightly less advantageous positions on average.
In-Possession Tactics
Fulham’s pass map highlights a structured build-up through the middle, with Andreas Pereira acting as the orchestrator, connecting well with Iwobi and Smith Rowe to advance the ball upfield. Fulham also utilized width through fullbacks Robinson and Tete, looking to stretch Everton’s defensive lines.
Everton’s pass map, in contrast, shows a more direct approach with a central triangle involving Doucouré, Gueye, and McNeil, aiming to support Calvert-Lewin up front and feed him from wide areas through Harrison and Mykolenko.
In the end, it was a gritty contest where Fulham’s possession dominance couldn’t quite secure the win, while Everton’s resilience paid off in the final minutes to keep them level.