Craven Cottage witnessed Premier League drama at its finest as Fulham edged out Wolverhampton Wanderers in a pulsating encounter that had everything - stunning goals, contentious decisions, and late VAR drama.
Early Dominance Rewarded
The home side started with explosive intensity, pressing Wolves high and creating numerous early opportunities. Their persistence paid dividends in the 25th minute when João Palhinha unleashed an absolute thunderbolt from distance that left José Sá rooted to the spot. The Portuguese midfielder's spectacular strike sent the Hammersmith End into raptures and set the tone for a captivating contest.
Wolves Fight Back
Gary O'Neil's visitors regrouped at halftime and emerged with renewed purpose after the break. Their pressure told in the 58th minute when Matheus Cunha demonstrated exquisite close control before firing past Bernd Leno from close range, setting up a grandstand finish.
Late Drama and Controversy
The match reached boiling point in the dying moments when Wolves thought they'd snatched a dramatic equaliser, only for VAR to intervene and rule the effort out for offside. The decision sparked furious protests from the travelling supporters and players alike, but the technology upheld the on-field call.
What This Means
This hard-fought victory provides Marco Silva's men with crucial momentum as they continue their push up the Premier League table. For Wolves, it's a bitter pill to swallow after showing tremendous character to fight back from a goal down.
The match showcased the very best of Premier League football - passion, quality, and unpredictable drama that keeps fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
