Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi both played key roles as Fulham secured a dramatic late win over Leeds United in their Premier League clash.
The Nigerian duo were instrumental in helping the Cottagers maintain their composure in a tense contest that was decided in the dying minutes, ensuring Fulham walked away with all three points.
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Silva waited until the 76th minute to introduce the Brazilian winger and he immediately created two chances, but newly-promoted Leeds looked set for a deserved share of the spoils in west London.
Late debutant Kevin inspired a previously insipid Fulham performance to a last-gasp victory as Gabriel Gudmundsson’s own goal gave the Cottagers a 1-0 win over Leeds.
The Brazilian was introduced with 14 minutes to go in a match where the hosts had mustered only two shots all game, and brought an energy to Craven Cottage – on and off the pitch – which had been notably lacking to that point
Fulham head coach Marco Silva:
“Kevin has something that is not easy to find. Strong, one vs one, he make good decisions and he made a massive impact in the way we were playing.
“Kevin and the others made a massive impact.”
Leeds head coach Daniel Farke:
“I’m heartbroken. I feel for the players, it was an excellent away performance.
“We expected a highly motivated Fulham after three deadline day signings. They were desperate to get their first win under their belt.
PLAYER RATINGS
FULHAM: Leno (7), Tete (7), Andersen (6), Bassey (6), Sessegnon (7), Lukic (6), Berge (6), Wilson (6), King (5), Iwobi (5), Muniz (6).
Subs used: Smith Rowe (6), Traore (5), Kevin (7), Jimenez, Cairney (n/a).
LEEDS: Darlow (7), Bogle (7), Rodon (7), Struijk (6), Gudmundsson (6), Longstaff (7), Ampadu (7), Stach (6), Aaronson (6), Ofakor (7), Calvert-Lewin (5).
Subs used: Harrison (5), Nmecha (6), James (6), Gnonto (n/a).
Player of the Match: Kevin
