Postmatch editorial
Fulham made the pre-match prices look right
The final score was Fulham 1-0 Aston Villa. The median bookmaker prices were already leaning toward that outcome.
Ryan Sessegnon put the first mark on the match 43', setting the tone for the rest of the night.
The numbers leaned the same way as the scoreline: Fulham led Shots on target 6-1. Aston Villa also shaded Corners 2-5.
Before kickoff, the median bookmaker prices made Fulham the favourite at 39.8% implied probability. That market lean landed.
Market check
Market result
Fulham
39.8%
Key stats
Match numbers
Shots on target
FulhamFulham
Aston Villa
6
1
Corners
Aston VillaFulham
Aston Villa
2
5
Possession
Aston VillaFulham
Aston Villa
39%
61%