Fulham secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory away at Leicester City, showcasing clinical finishing and disciplined defensive work. Goals from Emile Smith Rowe and Adama Traoré sealed the win, as Leicester struggled to capitalize on their opportunities despite a spirited display.

Important Stat Breakdown

Shots and xG: Fulham outshot Leicester with 15 attempts to the home side’s 8, and their xG of 1.42 underlined their edge in quality chances compared to Leicester’s 0.78.

Possession: Fulham dominated the ball with 60% possession, effectively using their control to build attacking momentum.

On Target: Fulham registered 3 shots on target, converting 2 into goals. Leicester, on the other hand, had 4 shots on target but failed to breach Fulham’s defense.

Match Momentum

The momentum graph highlights Fulham’s gradual control of the game, with Leicester showing bursts of intensity in the first half. However, Smith Rowe’s goal in the 47th minute shifted the tide completely. Traoré’s second goal in the 67th minute (xG 0.09) was the dagger, with Fulham comfortably managing the remainder of the match.

Shots Taken and On Goal

Fulham’s shot map reveals their effectiveness in central and close-range positions, including Smith Rowe’s opener (xG 0.23) and Traoré’s clinical finish.

Leicester’s shot map indicates a reliance on low-probability efforts from outside the box, emphasizing their struggle to create clear-cut opportunities.

Possession Tactics and Pass Maps

Fulham: The pass map showcases their cohesive buildup, with Sander Berge and Emile Smith Rowe orchestrating play in midfield. Alex Iwobi and Harry Wilson were lively on the flanks, while Raúl Jiménez worked tirelessly as a focal point in attack.

Leicester City: Leicester’s pass map indicates a strong defensive base with Wilfred Ndidi and Harry Winks linking to the attack. However, their lack of penetration in Fulham’s final third limited their chances.

Fulham’s tactical discipline and ability to take their chances proved decisive against a Leicester side that lacked cutting edge. Marco Silva’s side capitalized on their dominance, while the Foxes will need to find more attacking solutions to climb the table.