LONDON, March 1 : Tottenham Hotspur’s struggles in the Premier League continued Sunday with a 2-1 defeat to Fulham, extending their winless streak to 10 games and increasing their risk of relegation.
Fulham Secures Victory
Harry Wilson opened the scoring for Fulham in the seventh minute. The goal stood after a review by the video assistant referee (VAR) to assess a possible foul. Alex Iwobi added a second goal for Fulham in the 34th minute, scoring with a shot that went in off the inside of the post.
Richarlison scored for Tottenham in the 66th minute, eight minutes after entering the match as a substitute. Despite the goal, Fulham maintained pressure, with chances for Emile Smith Rowe and further saves from Tottenham’s goalkeeper, Guglielmo Vicario.
Implications for Both Clubs
Fulham’s victory moves them to ninth place in the Premier League, level on 40 points with Everton and keeps their hopes of qualifying for European competition alive. Tottenham remains in 16th place, four points ahead of 18th-placed West Ham United.
Tottenham suffered a similar defeat last week, losing 4-1 to Arsenal. Fulham had previously defeated Tottenham 2-1 in November.
Frequently Asked Questions
What was the score between Fulham and Tottenham?
The final score was Fulham 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur.
How many points separate Tottenham from the relegation zone?
Tottenham are four points ahead of West Ham United, who are currently in 18th place.
Who scored for Fulham in the match?
Harry Wilson and Alex Iwobi scored for Fulham.
What impact will this result have on Tottenham’s season remains to be seen, but they will require to improve their form quickly to avoid a prolonged relegation battle.