On February 23, 2025, Fulham FC hosted Crystal Palace FC at Craven Cottage, London in a crucial Premier League encounter. The match, officiated by Robert Jones, saw an attendance of 26,777 fans. Kick-off was at 20:30, and both teams were looking to secure vital points. Fulham FC, chasing European football, faced a resilient Crystal Palace FC side determined to widen the gap from the relegation zone. The game ended in a 0-2 victory for Crystal Palace FC, thanks to goals from Joachim Andersen (own goal, 37′) and Daniel Muñoz (66′).
Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC Head-to-Head Record
| Competition | Matches Played | Fulham Wins | Draws | Crystal Palace Wins |
| Premier League | 30 | 8 | 10 | 12 |
| FA Cup | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Total | 34 | 10 | 11 | 13 |
Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC Lineups & Substitutions
Fulham FC (4-2-3-1)
Starting XI:
- GK: Bernd Leno
- RB: Timothy Castagne (substituted 80′)
- CB: Joachim Andersen (Own Goal 37′)
- CB: Calvin Bassey
- LB: Antonee Robinson
- CM: Sander Berge (Yellow Card 22′, sub 58′)
- CM: Sasa Lukic
- RW: Adama Traoré
- CAM: Emile Smith Rowe (**Injured 55′, sub 58′)
- LW: Alex Iwobi (substituted 80′)
- ST: Raúl Jiménez
Substitutes:
- Issa Diop (80′ for Castagne)
- Andreas Pereira (58′ for Smith Rowe)
- Tom Cairney (58′ for Berge, injured 80′)
- Willian (80′ for Cairney)
- Rodrigo Muniz (80′ for Iwobi)
Crystal Palace FC (4-3-3)
Starting XI:
- GK: Dean Henderson
- RB: Daniel Muñoz (Yellow Card 44′, Goal 66′)
- CB: Joachim Andersen (Own Goal 37′)
- CB: Marc Guéhi (Yellow Card 69′)
- LB: Tyrick Mitchell
- CM: Jefferson Lerma (substituted 81′)
- CM: Will Hughes (**Yellow Card 83′, sub 90′)
- CM: Eberechi Eze (substituted 90′)
- RW: Ismaïla Sarr (substituted 75′)
- ST: Jean-Philippe Mateta (Assist 66′)
- LW: Maxence Lacroix
Substitutes:
- Adam Wharton (81′ for Lerma)
- Justin Devenny (90′ for Hughes)
- Ben Chilwell (90′ for Eze)
- Daichi Kamada (75′ for Sarr)
Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC Timeline
| Time | Event |
| 22′ | Yellow Card – Sander Berge (Fulham) |
| 37′ | Own Goal – Joachim Andersen (Fulham) |
| 44′ | Yellow Card – Daniel Muñoz (Crystal Palace) |
| 66′ | Goal – Daniel Muñoz (Crystal Palace, Assist: Jean-Philippe Mateta) |
| 69′ | Yellow Card – Marc Guéhi (Crystal Palace) |
| 83′ | Yellow Card – Will Hughes (Crystal Palace) |
| 90′ | Full-Time – Fulham 0-2 Crystal Palace |
Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC First Half Summary
The game started at a steady pace with both teams testing each other out. Fulham FC struggled to find their rhythm, while Crystal Palace FC looked dangerous on the break. Eberechi Eze came close twice, forcing saves from Bernd Leno. The breakthrough came in the 37th minute when a Will Hughes corner was inadvertently headed into the net by Joachim Andersen, giving Crystal Palace FC a 1-0 lead at halftime.
Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC Second Half Summary
Crystal Palace FC continued to control proceedings after the break. In the 55th minute, Jean-Philippe Mateta found the net, but VAR ruled it offside. However, the visitors doubled their lead in the 66th minute when Mateta played a perfect pass to Daniel Muñoz, who finished clinically. Fulham FC failed to register a single shot on target in the final 30 minutes, and Crystal Palace FC comfortably saw out the game.
Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC Stats
| Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC Stats | Fulham FC | Crystal Palace FC |
| Possession | 52% | 48% |
| Shots | 9 | 14 |
| Shots on Target | 2 | 6 |
| Corners | 5 | 7 |
| Fouls | 12 | 10 |
| Yellow Cards | 1 | 3 |
| Offsides | 1 | 2 |
Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC Impact on the Premier League Table
- Fulham FC remains 9th with 38 points, missing a key opportunity to push for European spots.
- Crystal Palace FC climbs to 13th with 31 points, securing a 16-point cushion from the relegation zone.
Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC Man of the Match
Daniel Muñoz (Crystal Palace FC) – 1 Goal, 1 Yellow Card, 90% Pass Accuracy
Crystal Palace FC delivered an efficient performance at Craven Cottage, securing a well-deserved 2-0 victory over Fulham FC. Marco Silva’s side lacked creativity and attacking threat, while Oliver Glasner’s disciplined approach paid off. This win gives Palace much-needed breathing room in the table, while Fulham will need a response in their next fixture against Wolves.
FAQs
Q: Who scored the goals in Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC?
A: Joachim Andersen (own goal, 37′) and Daniel Muñoz (66′, assist by Jean-Philippe Mateta) scored for Crystal Palace FC.
Q: Why was Jean-Philippe Mateta’s goal ruled out in the Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC match?
A: His goal in the 55th minute was disallowed by VAR for a marginal offside.
Q: How did Fulham FC perform in attack in the Fulham FC vs Crystal Palace FC match?
A: They struggled to create chances, registering only 2 shots on target.
Q: What’s next for both teams?
A: Fulham FC faces Wolves on Tuesday, while Crystal Palace FC plays Aston Villa at Selhurst Park.
