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Spotted in training Tuesday Cairney (knee) was spotted in training Tuesday.

Impact Cairney has yet to play this season after undergoing a minor surgical procedure on his left knee in early August. The veteran midfielder isn't expected to start regularly when fit, but he should add much-needed depth to central midfield. Cairney played in 24 games in the 2025/26 Premier League campaign, but he started just six, and scored twice.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Cairney is out for Monday's SW6 derby against Chelsea, according to coach Alvaro Arbeloa. "We are in a very good moment. It's just Tom who is injured, the rest of the players are a...

Impact Cairney underwent a minor surgical procedure on his left knee earlier this month and began a rehabilitation program with the club's medical staff, with his return to training expected to fall around the September international break, meaning his continued absence here comes as no surprise.

AUGUST 21 • ROTOWIRE

Undergoes minor knee surgery Cairney underwent a minor surgical procedure on his left knee, the club announced.

Impact Cairney will now work through a rehabilitation program with the club's medical and performance staff, with a return to training expected after the September international break, positioning him for a backup role once healthy this season. Cairney is expected to continue his recovery process in the coming weeks.

AUGUST 5 • ROTOWIRE

Finds net off the bench Cairney scored one goal to go with three shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Sunday's 2-0 victory against Newcastle United.

Impact Cairney came off the bench in the second half to replace Kevin and immediately made his presence felt at Craven Cottage, first driving a low effort narrowly wide of the right post before being invited to shoot from distance again moments later, this time curling a stunning strike into the top-left corner past Nick Pope in the 80th minute for his second league goal of the season, while also adding two key passes and two interceptions. Cairney ends the 2025-26 season with two goals and 11 key passes across 24 Premier League appearances, consistently providing leadership and creative composure from midfield in what has been a strong collective campaign for Fulham despite operating mainly in a substitute role this season.

MAY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Fit for bench Cairney (calf) is on the bench for Sunday's match against Sunderland.

Impact Cairney was back in training this week, and that has led to his return, with the midfielder an option from the bench as usual. With only three starts in 16 appearances this season, the midfielder will likely continue as a rotational option.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Back in training Cairney (calf) is back in training this week and is questionable for Sunday's match against Sunderland, according to manager Marco Silva. "Sasa and Tom are back training. For one...

Impact Cairney is back in training this week after three games out with an injury, the closest to a return he has been yet. However, he will be questionable for the outing, still likely needing to pass some testing to play. Even if he is an option, a bench spot is all that should be waiting for him, starting in three of his 16 appearances this campaign.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Out another match Cairney (calf) is out for Wednesday's match against Manchester City, according to Jack Kelly of Fullhamish. "Too soon for Tom. Nothing serious, but we have to be careful. A knock t...

Impact Cairney is not going to be an option and will remain out another game, as the midfielder is still dealing with his calf injury. He will miss a second straight game with the injury, but it is still deemed to be only a minor injury. The hope will be that he can then make the call to face Stoke City on Saturday in Cup play, although he is more of a bench option when fit.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Suffers calf discomfort Cairney suffered calf discomfort in the final training session on Friday and is ruled out for Saturday's clash against Everton, coach Marco Silva said to the media.

Impact Cairney has been ruled out for Saturday's clash against the Toffees after picking up calf discomfort in Friday's training session. The midfielder will aim to get back to full fitness ahead of next week's meeting with Manchester City on Wednesday, but his absence doesn't shake up the starting squad since he has largely filled a bench role for the Cottagers this season.

FEBRUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Signs new contract Cairney has signed a new contract with Fulham until the end of the 2026/27 season, the club announced Friday.

Impact Cairney has extended his current tenure at Fulham for a further year, meaning he'll complete 12 years at Craven Cottage if he stays with the club until the end of the 2026/27 campaign. Despite being the club captain, Cairney doesn't have a big role in midfield. He's started in just three of his 14 EPL appearances in 2025/26, tallying one goal, four chances created, four clearances, three tackles and two interceptions while adding 344 passes.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Scores equalizer as sub Cairney scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one corner in Thursday's 1-1 draw versus Crystal Palace. In addition, he was given a yello...

Impact Cairney started on the bench for an 11th straight match but came on in the 68th minute and scored the equalizer against Crystal Palace on Thursday, netting his first goal of the season with a long-range effort following a well-weighted pass from Sasa Lukic. The veteran has made just one start this season and continues to operate primarily in a bench and mentoring role, making goal contributions relatively rare.

JANUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

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JANUARY 1 • Associated Press

Available vs. Newcastle Cairney (back) will be available against Newcastle United on Saturday, manager Marco Silva told media during Thursday's pre-match press conference. "[Tom] Cairney, nothing special...

Impact Cairney was forced off in the 64th minute of Saturday's 1-0 loss against Arsenal due to a back issue, but the injury wasn't serious, and the midfielder should be an option in midfield once again. With Sasa Lukic back and Sander Berge a staple in midfield for the Cottagers, though, Cairney is expected to be an option off the bench for Silva.

OCTOBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Deals with minor back issue Cairney was forced off in the 64th minute of Saturday's 1-0 loss against Arsenal due to a back issue, coach Marco Silva confirmed in a press conference, according to Four Four Two....

Impact Cairney was in the starting squad for the first time this season with the Cottagers but had to leave the pitch around the one-hour mark due to a back issue suffered after a knock. The midfielder will be assessed in the coming days to determine the extent of the problem, which appears to be minor but could make him miss Saturday's clash against the Magpies. That said, his potential absence would not impact the starting XI much since he has mainly been a bench option this campaign.

OCTOBER 20, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Pens extension Cairney penned a one-year extension with Fulham, the club announced.

Impact Cairney signed a one-year deal with Fulham to extend his stay with the club. His role dwindled last season, but he is still a valuable depth option in the midfield. Cairney made just three starts last season, and barring a plethora of injuries, something similar is the best that can be expected in 2025/26.

JULY 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starts Sunday Cairney recorded two shots (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Sunday's 2-0 loss to Manchester City.

Impact Cairney was introduced into the starting XI for Sunday's season finale after scoring last match, seeing 73 minutes of play in the loss. His performance was not his greatest, seeing a chance created, two tackles and two shots. He finishes the season seeing far less time than last campaign, starting in three of his 25 appearances while bagging two goals on 11 shots.

MAY 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Nets second of the campaign Cairney scored one goal to go with three shots (two on goal) in Sunday's 3-2 victory over Brentford.

Impact Cairney scored his first goal in 14 league appearances, and his second of the season, as he entered the match in place of Sander Berge at the break and knocked in a header to tie the score at 2-2 in the 68th minute. He set a season high with two shots on target in the match, and he racked up at least 20 completed passes for a second straight game.

MAY 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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MAY 18, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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MAY 18, 2025 • YOUTUBE

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Bournemouth has moved into eighth place in the Premier League after beating Fulham 1-0

APRIL 14, 2025 • Associated Press

Returns to bench Cairney (undisclosed) is on the bench for Tuesday's match against Wolves.

Impact Cairney is with the team Tuesday after a very short appearance Saturday led to an early exit, as he appeared as a substitute for 22 minutes before exiting the field, now fit again to join the bench. He serves in more of a rotational role and will likely remain on the bench moving forward, starting in only three of his 19 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Should be available for Wolves Cairney was forced off due to an injury against Palace on Saturday, but it is not considered serious as he is expected to recover within one to two days. He should be available aga...

Impact Cairney picked up an injury after coming on as a substitute in the second half of Saturday's match. He is expected to recover within a few days, making him a potential option for Tuesday. If he remains sidelined, Andreas Pereira could take on a larger role.

FEBRUARY 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Short day ended by injury Cairney was forced off the field in the 80th minute of Saturday's 2-0 loss to Crystal Palace due to an apparent injury, according to manager Marco Silva.

Impact Cairney will be set for assessment over the next day or two, with the midfielder picking up an injury Saturday, appearing as a substitute in the 58th minute before leaving the field in the 80th minute. The club has given little on his situation thus far, with more likely available after his testing. He is now questionable for Tuesday's game against Wolves, although this isn't a major loss, starting in only two of his 18 appearances this season.

FEBRUARY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Set for return Cairney is longer suspended and is an option for the club moving forward.

Impact Cairney is back in the fold after his suspension, set to face Southampton on Sunday. He has mainly served off the bench and has yet to see a start this campaign, likely to see the same spot in his return to play.

DECEMBER 16, 2024 • ROTOWIRE

Fulham's Tom Cairney sent off for second yellow card against Spurs | Premier League

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • YOUTUBE

Tom Cairney's belter puts Fulham level against Tottenham Hotspur | Premier League

DECEMBER 1, 2024 • YOUTUBE

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