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Rodrigo Muniz - Unlikely rest of season Muniz (Achilles) isn't expected to return this season, according to manager Marco Silva. "Not for this game, not for the next one. It's going to be difficult for the rest of the se...
Impact Muniz is unlikely to return this season, but Silva didn't mention anything about a long-term injury, which is at least a positive. If he ruptured his Achilles, that likely would've been reported at some point this season. For now, it's a minor Achilles problem that will keep Muniz out the rest of the season, leading to more minutes for Raul Jimenez.
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Andreas Pereira - 10 crosses in short appearance Pereira generated one shot (zero on goal), 10 crosses (three accurate) and seven corners in Saturday's 2-1 win over Southampton.
Impact Pereira led the Fulham attack Saturday with 10 attempted crosses (three accurate) and seven corners, despite his being subbed off after the conclusion of the first half. Over his last five appearances (four starts), the midfielder has attempted 27 crosses (10 accurate) while creating 10 chances and not registering a goal contribution. Pereira has played the full 90 minutes once over the five appearance stretch.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Adama Traore - Accurate cross leads to goal Traore assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), six crosses (three accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Southampton.
Impact Traore's cross in second half stoppage time setup Fulham's second and decisive goal of the fixture as they earned three points in a 2-1 victory over Southampton. After entering the fray at halftime, the forward created four chances from six attempted crosses (three accurate). Traore has seen his opportunities dwindle this season. After starting in each of the first nine Premier League fixtures of Fulham's campaign, he has a made just seven appearances in the starting XI over their subsequent 23 league fixtures.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Alex Iwobi - Key assist in victory Iwobi assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), nine crosses (one accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-1 win over Southampton.
Impact Iwobi accurately lifted a pass over the Southampton backline Saturday to setup Fulham's game-tying goal in the second half of their 2-1 comeback victory. Over his 86 minutes of play, the midfielder also tied a season-high with nine attempted crosses (one accurate). Iwobi is now up to six assists on the campaign, just one shy of his previous career-best of seven which he set over the 2022-2023 Premier League campaign with Everton.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Emile Smith Rowe - Nets sixth of season Smith Rowe scored one goal to go with two shots (two on goal) in Saturday's 2-1 win over Southampton.
Impact Simth-Rowe entered the fray for the final 24 minutes of Saturday's 2-1 Fulham victory over Southampton, netting the goal to bring Fulham level shortly after coming onto the pitch. The goal marked the sixth of the season for the midfielder and broke an eight appearance (four start) goalless stretch that dated back to mid-February. Smith-Rowe has been selected to Fulham's staring XI in just three of their last eight Premier League matches.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Bernd Leno - Two saves in victory Leno registered two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 2-1 victory against Southampton.
Impact Leno turned aside two the three Southampton shots on target Saturday as Fulham narrowly outlasted the Saints in a 2-1 victory. Over has last five starting appearances, the Cottagers' dependable No. 1 goalkeeper has registered 16 saves and four clearances while conceding eight goals. Leno's next challenge is likely to come Saturday when Fulham take-on Aston Villa at Villa Park.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Ryan Sessegnon - Scores late winner Sessegnon scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal), nine crosses (one accurate) and four chances created in Saturday's 2-1 win against Southampton.
Impact Sessegnon headed a cross back across his body in second half stoppage time Saturday to give Fulham their second goal in a dramatic 2-1 victory over Southampton. The goal capped a menacing 90-minute shift for the defender who created four chances in the attacking third and also tracked-back to make seven tackles (three won) and four clearances defensively. Sessegnon has started in four successive fixtures, scoring twice and assisting once while creating six chances.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Rodrigo Muniz - May not return this season Muniz is dealing with an Achilles injury and may not return this season, according to manager Marco Silva. "He felt something during the game, but he still played 55 minutes in a l...
Impact Muniz suffered the initial injury two weeks ago in the match against Bournemouth and it doesn't sound like he'll return in the coming weeks. With little to play for, Muniz likely isn't going to push through an Achilles injury when Raul Jimenez and almost every other attacking piece for Fulham is healthy.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Quantifying 'on the beach' football – and why Fulham are not playing it A competitive Premier League mid-table means there is still plenty to play for in the final few weeks of the 2024-25 season
APRIL 28 • NYTIMES.COM
Antonee Robinson - Dealing with knee pain Robinson (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's clash against Southampton after dealing with pain over the last five to six games, coach Marco Silva said in a press conference, a...
Impact Robinson is expected to be available for Saturday's clash against Aston Villa after being rested for several days due to ongoing knee pain. If he cannot recover in time for the match, Ryan Sessegnon will likely replace him at left-back.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Antonee Robinson - Ruled out against Southampton Robinson (undisclosed) is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Southampton.
Impact Robinson is unavailable for Saturday's game due to undisclosed reasons. His absence will force a change in the starting XI, with Ryan Sessegnon shifting from his right wing position to left-back for the game.
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Emile Smith Rowe - On Bench Saturday Smith Rowe (undisclosed) is on the bench for Saturday's clash with Southampton.
Impact Smith Rowe is available on the bench for Saturday's match as he continues working his way back from his injury. He returned to team training this week and appears to have made solid progress but was not deemed ready for the starting XI. This will be his third straight appearance off the bench as he looks to build up match fitness.
APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE
Emile Smith Rowe - Late call for Saturday Smith Rowe (undisclosed) is a late call for Saturday's match against Southampton and will have another training session Friday, according to manager Marco Silva, per Jack Kelly of...
Impact Smith Rowe is working his way back from an undisclosed injury and seems to be making decent progress after he trained with the team this week. This is leaving him as a late call for the contest, likely needing to pass some testing before he is considered fit. He hasn't started in each of his past two appearances and will likely see a bench spot if fit.
APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE
Rodrigo Muniz - Out to face Southampton Muniz (undisclosed) is out for Saturday's match against Southampton, according to manager Marco Silva, per Jack Kelly of Fulhamish.
Impact Muniz is going to be outside the group once again Saturday, as the forward still has not recovered from his undisclosed injury. The club is then hopeful he can return in the next match, although that is still up in the air. He has started in three of his past five contests, scoring three goals during that span, so they will hope for his return soon.
APRIL 24 • ROTOWIRE
Ryan Sessegnon - Assist opening goal Sessegnon assisted once to go with one cross (one accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Chelsea. He was injured and subbed out in the 79th minute.
Impact Sessegnon's first half assist helped give Fulham a lead which they could not protect in a 2-1 defeat at the hands of Chelsea. In addition to his attacking efforts, the defender contributed five tackles(9five won) and one clearance to the team's defensive effort. Sessegnon has now made three successive starting appearances, scoring once and assisting once over the three-match stretch.
APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE
Alex Iwobi - Incisive finish in defeat Iwobi scored one goal to go with one shot (one on goal) and five crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 2-1 defeat against Chelsea.
Impact Iwobi drove at the net with purpose Sunday, scoring a first half goal to give Fulham the lead before they would eventually fall 2-1 to Chelsea. The shot was his lone attempt at goal over his 84 minutes off play. Over three successive starting appearances, Iwobi has scored twice and supplied one assist.
APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE
Bernd Leno - Allows two late goals Leno registered five saves and allowed two goals in Sunday's 2-1 loss against Chelsea.
Impact Leno turned aside five of seven Chelsea shots on target Sunday as Fulham conceded two late goals in a 2-1 defeat. Over his last five appearances, Fulham's first-choice keeper has made 17 saves and six clearances while conceding an average of two goals per fixture. Leno's next test is likely to come Saturday when Fulham travel to tussle with bottom-of-the-table Southampton.
APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE
Fulham 1-2 Chelsea: Fan views on Premier League game Fulham 1-2 Chelsea: Fan views on Premier League game
APRIL 21 • BBC.CO.UK
Rodrigo Muniz - Misses call Sunday Muniz (undisclosed) wasn't in perfect condition to train last week after suffering a tackle in their last contest against Bournemouth, which forced him to miss Sunday's match again...
Impact Muniz wasn't fit enough to be part of the squad on Sunday after suffering from a tackle in their last contest. He will be assessed in the coming days to determine if he can return to the squad for Saturday's clash against Southampton. If he can't make it, Raul Jimenez is expected to replace him again in the frontline for that game.
APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE
Fulham 1-2 Chelsea: Blues player ratings as Maresca's men win West London Derby Chelsea completed a second-half comeback to beat Fulham 2-1 at Craven Cottage in the Premier League on Sunday (April 20).
APRIL 20 • SPORTSKEEDA.COM
Fulham vs. Chelsea live score: Premier League result, updates, stats from London derby | Sporting News Canada While West London rivals Fulham and Chelsea need no extra motivation, they rarely meet under the competitively meaningful circumstances on d...
APRIL 20 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM
Rodrigo Muniz - Not an option with injury Muniz is out for Sunday's match against Chelsea due to an apparent injury, according to Peter Rutzler of Times Sports.
Impact Muniz is not in the call Sunday, and it appears to be due to injury, as he isn't on the team sheet at all. This comes after starting in their past two outings, forcing Raul Jimenez back into a starting role. That said, the club will hope his complications are minor and he can make a quick return.
APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE
Emile Smith Rowe - Out due to injury Smith Rowe is out for Sunday's match against Chelsea due to an apparent injury, according to Peter Rutzler of Times Sports.
Impact Smith Rowe is on the sidelines for Sunday's match, as he has appeared to suffer an injury ahead of the contest. Luckily for the club, this isn't a major loss, as he hasn't started in their past two outings. However, he still does see regular time, so they will hope his injuries are only minor.
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