Alex Iwobi and Emile Smith Rowe play pivotal roles in home win against Leicester City

2024-08-25

Fulham are set to clash with Ipswich Town on 31 August, West Ham United on 14 September, and then host Newcastle United on 21 September. Meanwhile, Leicester City's upcoming opponents include Aston Villa on 31 August, Crystal Palace on 14 September, and a home game against Everton on 21 September.

On Saturday, Fulham outlasted Leicester City in a thrilling Premier League encounter, securing a 2-1 victory at home.

Fulham started the match strong, taking an early lead when Emile Smith Rowe netted in the 18th minute, thanks to a brilliant assist by Adama Traoré. However, Leicester City equalised in the 38th minute as Wout Faes found the net, with Facundo Buonanotte providing the assist.

The decisive moment came in the 70th minute, when Alex Iwobi gave Fulham the edge with a goal assisted by Antonee Robinson. This victory marked Fulham's first win of the season, leaving Leicester City with just one point after two rounds of fixtures.