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Mateo Kovacic scored twice as Manchester City edged past a resilient Fulham to claim their first Premier League win in three games. Despite a dominant start from City, Fulham took the lead when Raul Jimenez’s exquisite backheel found Andreas Pereira, who scored from close range. However, City soon responded through Kovacic, whose deflected shot leveled the match before he added a second early in the second half with a clean strike from the edge of the box.
Adama Traore had two golden chances to extend Fulham’s lead but was denied by Ederson in a one-on-one and missed the target from inside the box, allowing City to capitalize on his missed opportunities. Jeremy Doku added a third for City with a stunning strike into the far top corner, seemingly sealing the victory. However, Fulham substitute Rodrigo Muniz struck late to give the visitors hope, but City held on to extend their unbeaten home run to 50 games.
The victory keeps City within touching distance of the top of the Premier League, while Fulham, despite their spirited performance, will rue missed chances, particularly from Traore, that could have changed the outcome of the match.
Key Moments:
- Raul Jimenez’s Backheel Brilliance: Jimenez set up Pereira for the opening goal with a classy backheel, catching City off guard.
- Kovacic Double: Kovacic scored twice, including a deflected equalizer and a well-placed strike that gave City the lead.
- Adama Traore’s Missed Chances: Traore had two key opportunities to increase Fulham’s lead but failed to capitalize, allowing City back into the game.
- Jeremy Doku’s Stunning Strike: Doku’s goal from the edge of the box seemed to put the game beyond Fulham, but they fought back late.
- Rodrigo Muniz’s Late Goal: Muniz gave Fulham hope with a late goal, but City managed to hold on for the win.
Despite Fulham’s impressive effort, City proved too strong in the end, and their unbeaten home streak continues as they eye another Premier League title challenge.
