Aston Villa vs. Fulham - News - May 03, 2025 | FOX Sports

Donyell Malen - Strikes crossbar late in match Malen had three shots (one on goal) in Saturday's 1-0 win over Fulham.

Impact Malen entered as a substitute and nearly extended Aston Villa's lead, hitting the underside of the crossbar in stoppage time but also missing a one-on-one situation a bit earlier against Bernd Leno. His pace and movement posed challenges for Fulham's defense during his time on the pitch as he brought a big impact off the bench with three shots, a record for him in the Premier League. The Dutch forward will aim to bring impact again on Saturday against the Cherries.

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John McGinn - Provides assist in win McGinn assisted once to go with four crosses (one accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 win against Fulham.

Impact McGinn assisted Youri Tielemans' goal with a well-placed corner kick early in the match. He helped control the midfield and facilitated transitions between defense and attack. He was strong on set pieces and finished with four crosses and three corners, the last one being a season high. The assist was his fourth of the campaign and he is now one away from matching his career-high mark from 2020 with the Villains. He will look to equal that total on Saturday against the Cherries.

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Youri Tielemans - Scores decisive goal Tielemans scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and one corner in Saturday's 1-0 victory against Fulham.

Impact Tielemans scored the match's only goal in the 12th minute, heading in a corner from John McGinn that Bernd Leno could only deflect. He nearly doubled the lead with a long-range effort that was tipped over by the German keeper and was headed toward the top right corner. Tielemans controlled the midfield with two shots, three crosses, one tackle and one interception to help contain Fulham. The Belgian will look to contribute again Saturday against Bournemouth.

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Emiliano Martinez - Secures clean sheet in victory Martinez registered three saves and secured a clean sheet in Saturday's 1-0 win versus Fulham.

Impact Martinez maintained a clean sheet making three saves to preserve Aston Villa's narrow lead on Saturday. He confidently handled a header from Harry Wilson in the second half and managed the game's tempo effectively. The Argentinian had an overall quiet outing to secure his sixth clean sheet of the season in 34 appearances in the Premier League. He will aim to find another one against Bournemouth on Saturday.

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Antonee Robinson - Solid return to lineup Robinson had seven crosses (three accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 1-0 defeat to Aston Villa.

Impact Robinson returned to Fulham's starting XI after missing the previous game for rest as he has been dealing with Achilles discomfort for several months. He contributed well defensively with six tackles and four clearances while also supporting the attack with seven crosses and one chance created. The American could have recorded an assist for Ryan Sessegnon if the goal had not been ruled out for a handball by the forward. Robinson's presence was a positive in an otherwise difficult match for Fulham. He will look to contribute again on Saturday against Everton.

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Harry Wilson - Misses key opportunities Wilson generated three shots (two on goal), three crosses (zero accurate) and three corners in Saturday's 1-0 defeat versus Aston Villa.

Impact Wilson had two significant chances to equalize in Saturday's clash, first with a shot following an Alex Iwobi cross and later with a header from a Calvin Bassey delivery after a sensational run. Both attempts lacked the necessary precision and strength to beat goalkeeper Emiliano Martinez. His inability to capitalize on these opportunities contributed to Fulham's scoreless outing, even though he made an impact with three shots and three crosses during the game. He will aim to show a better figure against Everton on Saturday.

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Bernd Leno - Stands firm despite defeat Leno had two saves and allowed one goal in Saturday's 1-0 defeat against Aston Villa.

Impact Leno delivered a commendable performance making two crucial saves to keep Fulham in contention during their 1-0 loss to Aston Villa on Saturday with both stops coming in one-on-one situations against Ollie Watkins and Donyell Malen. He got a touch on the goal but could not prevent the powerful header from Youri Tielemans from going in after a well-placed corner from John McGinn. He will aim to maintain that good form and secure a clean sheet this time against Everton on Saturday.

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