Match report

Fulham Defeats Leeds 2-0 in FA Cup Thriller

Fulham
Fulham
2–0
FT
Leeds
Leeds
Feb 28, 2023

Fulham triumphed in their FA Cup third-round clash against Leeds United on Tuesday night. A brace of goals by J. Palhinha and M. Solomon ensured Fulham's progression in the competition, leaving Leeds to rue missed opportunities. The victory was crucial for Fulham, who maintained their strong form under Scott Parker.

Key Facts

  • • J. Palhinha opened the scoring for Fulham at 21 minutes with a powerful strike.
  • • M. Solomon doubled Fulham's lead at 56 minutes, assisted by A. Mitrovic.
  • • Leeds made multiple substitutions but failed to find the equalizer.
  • • Fulham maintained their defensive structure and secured a clean sheet.

Lineups

Fulham

Formation: 4-2-3-1

Starting XI

  • 1 M. Rodák (G)
  • 12 Cédric Soares (D)
  • 4 T. Adarabioyo (D)
  • 13 T. Ream (D)
  • 33 A. Robinson (D)
  • 28 S. Lukić (M)
  • 26 João Palhinha (M)
  • 8 H. Wilson (M)
  • 18 Andreas Pereira (M)
  • 11 M. Solomon (M)
  • 9 A. Mitrović (F)

Substitutes

  • 30 Carlos Vinícius
  • 6 H. Reed
  • 14 B. De Cordova-Reid
  • 20 Willian
  • 2 K. Tete
  • 5 S. Duffy
  • 38 L. Harris
  • 17 B. Leno
  • 31 I. Diop

Leeds

Formation: 4-3-3

Starting XI

  • 1 I. Meslier (G)
  • 2 L. Ayling (D)
  • 25 R. Kristensen (D)
  • 5 R. Koch (D)
  • 3 Junior Firpo (D)
  • 28 W. McKennie (M)
  • 12 T. Adams (M)
  • 8 Marc Roca (M)
  • 10 C. Summerville (F)
  • 24 G. Rutter (F)
  • 29 W. Gnonto (F)

Substitutes

  • 9 P. Bamford
  • 11 J. Harrison
  • 7 B. Aaronson
  • 63 A. Gray
  • 18 D. Gyabi
  • 34 Diogo Monteiro
  • 16 S. Perkins
  • 49 Mateo Joseph
  • 22 Joel Robles

Timeline

  1. Fulham
    21' Fulham Goal · Normal Goal
    J. Palhinha
  2. Fulham
    56' Fulham Goal · Normal Goal
    M. Solomon · Assist: A. Mitrović
  3. Leeds
    63' Leeds subst · Substitution 1
    Off: G. Rutter · On: P. Bamford
  4. Leeds
    64' Leeds subst · Substitution 2
    Off: W. Gnonto · On: J. Harrison
  5. Fulham
    69' Fulham subst · Substitution 1
    Off: A. Mitrović · On: Carlos Vinicius
  6. Leeds
    74' Leeds subst · Substitution 3
    Off: M. Roca · On: B. Aaronson
  7. Fulham
    81' Fulham subst · Substitution 2
    Off: J. Palhinha · On: H. Reed
  8. Fulham
    81' Fulham subst · Substitution 3
    Off: M. Solomon · On: B. De Cordova-Reid
  9. Fulham
    82' Fulham subst · Substitution 4
    Off: H. Wilson · On: Willian
  10. Fulham
    90' Fulham subst · Substitution 5
    Off: Cédric Soares · On: Kenny Tete

Match Stats

Stat Fulham Leeds
Fouls 6 9
Pass Accuracy 80% 80%
Offsides 1 3
Red Cards — —
Total Shots 7 16
Corners 4 2
Total Passes 526 437
Yellow Cards — —
Blocked Shots 4 2
Shots on Target 3 6
xG — —
Shots off Target 0 8
Possession 54% 46%
Accurate Passes 423 349
Shots Inside Box 2 12
Saves 4 1
Shots Outside Box 5 4

Key Match Notes

  • ▸ Palhinha's early goal in the 21st minute set the tone for Fulham, giving them an immediate advantage over Leeds.
  • ▸ Mitrovic's assist to Solomon at 56 minutes sealed Fulham's victory and demoralized Leeds' attacking efforts.