Wilson Orchestrates Fulham's Comeback at Turf Moor in Five-Goal Thriller

Sehenswert Futmetrix-Wertung: 64/100. This match matters because it showcased Fulham's resilience against a struggling Burnley side, with Harry Wilson's masterclass proving the difference between survival and freefall.

Early Dominance Wasn't Enough

Fulham struck first through Emile Smith Rowe in the ninth minute, with Wilson providing the assist in a display of early intensity that set the tone at Turf Moor. The visitors controlled the opening exchanges, but Burnley refused to capitulate. Lesley Ugochukwu levelled matters in the 21st minute, drawing the hosts level and signalling that this would be no straightforward affair. The balance shifted dramatically when Cristian Bassey restored Fulham's advantage in the 31st minute—again, Wilson's influence unmistakable. Three goals in 22 minutes created a frenetic, breathless opening half.

The Turning Point: Wilson's Dominance

The pivotal moment arrived in the 58th minute when Wilson struck his own goal, assisted by Samuel Chukwueze, extending Fulham's lead to 3-1. At this juncture, the match appeared settled. Burnley, already languishing in 19th place with five consecutive defeats, looked destined for another loss. But substitute Oscar Sonne injected late drama, scoring in the 86th minute after a Zeno Flemming assist to set up a frantic finale. Despite Burnley's possession advantage (52%) and 16 shots to Fulham's six, the visitors' clinical finishing and Bernd Leno's six crucial saves proved decisive. The lead changed hands three times—a testament to the match's stakes and unpredictability.

Leno's Heroics Keep Fulham Afloat

While Wilson's 10.0 rating dominated the narrative, Leno's 8.5 rating and six saves cannot be overlooked. Burnley's 14 corners created relentless set-piece pressure, yet Fulham's goalkeeper stood firm when it mattered most. Burnley's xG of 2.52 exceeded Fulham's 2.23, yet the scoreline told a different story—a reminder that dominance without precision yields nothing. For Burnley, this loss deepens their relegation crisis; for Fulham, climbing from 13th place, it's a statement of intent.