Premier League Regular Season - 22
Leeds 1 - 0 FT Fulham
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
T. Castagne 27'
S. Lukic 28'
M. Silva 28'
41' E. Ampadu
HT
H. Wilson 56'
↓ R. Sessegnon ↑Kevin 65'
↓ S. Lukic ↑T. Cairney 66'
70' ↓ N. Okafor ↑W. Gnonto
↓ E. Smith Rowe ↑J. King 77'
81' ↓ I. Gruev ↑A. Tanaka
81' ↓ J. Bogle ↑L. Nmecha
J. Cuenca 87'
↓ R. Jimenez ↑J. Kusi Asare 88'
↓ H. Wilson ↑I. Diop 88'
90'+1 L. Nmecha (E. Ampadu)
90'+4 ↓ B. Aaronson ↑S. Bornauw
J. Kusi Asare 90'+5
FT
Player Cards
Season performance ratings for players in this match
Leeds
Goalkeepers
Karl Darlow 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
James Justin 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
Joe Rodon
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Pascal Struijk 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
Midfielders
Jayden Bogle
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
Brenden Aaronson 
SWEEPER
2
Cleanups
2
Cleanups
1
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Ethan Ampadu
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
1
Assists
40%
Pass Acc
Ilia Gruev
LATE SHIFT
9
Late Mins
9
Late Mins
81
Total Mins
81
Entry
Gabriel Gudmundsson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Dominic Calvert-Lewin 
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
9
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Noah Okafor
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
70
Total Mins
70
Entry
BENCH
Lucas Perri 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Sebastiaan Bornauw
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sam Byram
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Sean Longstaff
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ao Tanaka
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Facundo Buonanotte
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Wilfried Gnonto
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joël Piroe
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Lukas Nmecha 
CLUTCH HERO
0
Goal Time
0
Goal Time
0
Impact
7.3
Rating
Fulham
Goalkeepers
Bernd Leno
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Timothy Castagne
SWEEPER
4
Cleanups
4
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Joachim Andersen 
WALL
0
Dribbled Past
0
Dribbled Past
2
Tackles
70%
Duel Win %
Jorge Cuenca
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
2
Interceptions
1
Blocks
Antonee Robinson
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Saša Lukić
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
66
Total Mins
66
Entry
Sander Berge
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
93
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Ryan Sessegnon 
GHOST
10
Actions
10
Actions
65
Minutes
6.3
Rating
Harry Wilson
ARCHITECT
3
Key Passes
3
Key Passes
0
Assists
15%
Pass Acc
Emile Smith Rowe
SWEEPER
3
Cleanups
3
Cleanups
3
Interceptions
0
Blocks
Forwards
Raúl Jiménez 
MAGNET
43
Activity
43
Activity
27
Passes
16
Duels
BENCH
Benjamin Lecomte
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Samuel Amissah
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Issa Diop
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tom Cairney
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
27
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Joshua King
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
16
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Harrison Reed
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Kevin
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
28
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Adama Traoré
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Jonah Kusi-Asare
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
5
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13/09/2025 | Fulham | 1 - 0 | Leeds | Premier League | Craven Cottage |
| 22/04/2023 | Fulham | 2 - 1 | Leeds | Premier League | Craven Cottage |
| 28/02/2023 | Fulham | 2 - 0 | Leeds | FA Cup | Craven Cottage |
| 23/10/2022 | Leeds | 2 - 3 | Fulham | Premier League | Elland Road |
| 21/09/2021 | Fulham | 0 - 0 | Leeds | League Cup | Craven Cottage |
| 19/03/2021 | Fulham | 1 - 2 | Leeds | Premier League | Craven Cottage |
Leeds Win
Fulham Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 22 GD: +26
P: 22 GD: +24
P: 22 GD: +8
P: 22 GD: +4
P: 22 GD: +6
P: 22 GD: +12
P: 22 GD: +5
P: 22 GD: +5
P: 22 GD: 0
P: 22 GD: -1
P: 22 GD: -1
P: 22 GD: +3
P: 22 GD: -2
P: 22 GD: +2
P: 22 GD: -6
P: 22 GD: -7
P: 22 GD: -13
P: 22 GD: -20
P: 22 GD: -19
League Standings
P: 24 GD: +29
P: 24 GD: +26
P: 24 GD: +9
P: 24 GD: +8
P: 24 GD: +15
P: 24 GD: +6
P: 24 GD: +4
P: 24 GD: -1
P: 24 GD: -1
P: 24 GD: 0
P: 23 GD: -2
P: 24 GD: -3
P: 24 GD: +2
P: 24 GD: +2
P: 24 GD: -4
P: 24 GD: -11
P: 24 GD: -11
P: 24 GD: -19
P: 23 GD: -19
AI-powered match analysis and previews to help you decide which games are worth watching
Nmecha’s Injury-Time Heroics Lift the Whites
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 40/100. This hard-fought victory provides Leeds with a vital lifeline in their battle for Premier League survival, punishing a Fulham side that failed to capitalize on their territorial advantage.
The Elland Road Grudge Match
The atmosphere at Elland Road was thick with tension as Leeds hosted a mid-table Fulham side looking to consolidate their position. From the early stages, the visitors edged possession with 53%, looking more comfortable on the ball through the middle of the pitch. However, the Balance of the match remained precarious as neither side could find the clinical edge required to break the deadlock. Ethan Ampadu acted as the midfield anchor for the hosts, orchestrating play and providing four key passes in a match where space was at a premium. Fulham’s defensive block held firm for much of the first hour, limiting the hosts to speculative efforts while they looked to hit on the break, though their own lack of Intensity in the final third left the home goalkeeper largely untested.
The Impact of the Super-Sub
As the clock ticked towards the final ten minutes, the tactical chess match shifted. Leeds manager turned to his bench, introducing L. Nmecha in the 81st minute to provide a fresh focal point for the attack. This substitution proved to be the defining moment of the afternoon, raising the collective Intensity of the home side. Fulham, despite having controlled the tempo for long periods, began to retreat under a barrage of late pressure. The Stakes were visible in every challenge, with the Londoners picking up four yellow cards as they struggled to contain the sudden surge from the Whites. The game appeared destined for a goalless stalemate until the match entered the first minute of stoppage time, where the deadlock was finally shattered by a moment of pure persistence.
A Dramatic Resolution
In the 90th minute, the stadium erupted. Ethan Ampadu, the game's standout performer, found a pocket of space to deliver a pinpoint pass into the path of L. Nmecha. The substitute made no mistake, firing home to secure a 1-0 lead and all three points in this vital winner-takes-all scenario. Fulham had no time to respond, suffering a sucker-punch defeat that their lack of creativity perhaps invited. For Leeds, this result is a massive boost to their morale, moving them further away from the relegation zone and snapping a run of inconsistent form. It was a classic display of Intensity overcoming possession, proving that in the Premier League, the final whistle is the only clock that matters.
Key Questions
How dramatic was the late winner by Ethan Ampadu?
Ampadu provided the crucial assist for Nmecha's 90th-minute winner, creating a heart-stopping finale that secured three essential points for Leeds at Elland Road.
How did substitute Ethan Ampadu change the game?
Ampadu actually started, providing a masterclass with 4 key passes. It was fellow sub Nmecha who converted Ampadu's vision into the winning goal.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.
Elland Road Braced for Mid-Winter Grudge Match
Average Entertainment Futmetrix Score: 40/100. A classic Premier League six-pointer where home-field advantage meets a side high on confidence.
The Setup
As the January frost settles over West Yorkshire, Leeds find themselves in a precarious position. Occupying 16th place, their current Form (LDDDW) suggests a team that has forgotten how to kill off games, despite a resilient spirit. In contrast, Fulham arrive at Elland Road as one of the league's most settled units. Their Balance has been the foundation of a top-half charge, sitting comfortably in 9th. While the Stars might not be lighting up the scoring charts every week, the collective efficiency of the Cottagers makes them a nightmare for struggling defenses. For the hosts, the Stakes couldn't be higher; a loss here could see them swallowed by the relegation zone.
Key Battle
The decisive duel will unfold between the Leeds backline, led by Illan Meslier, and Fulham’s disciplined attacking structure anchored by Bernd Leno. Meslier will need to be perfect in his distribution to bypass a Fulham midfield that thrives on winning second balls. If Leeds cannot find a way to disrupt the rhythm established by the visitors' engine room, they will spend much of the afternoon chasing shadows in their own half.
Our Prediction
Expect Leeds to fly out of the blocks, fueled by a raucous Elland Road crowd. They will likely dominate the opening twenty minutes, but Fulham’s tactical maturity usually sees them weather such storms. We anticipate a game of two halves: a high-energy start from the hosts followed by a methodical comeback from the visitors. A 1-1 draw seems the most logical outcome, as both sides possess enough quality to score but perhaps lack the clinical edge to take all three points.
Key Questions
Should I watch this match?
Yes, if you enjoy high-intensity relegation battles and traditional English stadium atmospheres.
What's the predicted outcome?
A 1-1 draw. Leeds' home energy will cancel out Fulham's superior tactical form.
Where are Leeds and Fulham in the league table?
Fulham sit in 9th with 31 points; Leeds are 16th with 22 points.
What is Leeds's current form?
Inconsistent. They have one win, three draws, and one loss in their last five.
Who is expected to win this match?
Leeds are slight favorites with a 41.8% win probability due to home advantage.
How is the Futmetrix Score calculated?
The Futmetrix Score (0-100) combines multiple factors: match intensity, competitive balance, stakes importance, and entertainment value to help you decide if this match is worth watching.