Fulham head into their final match of 2024 with spirits high after a thrilling 2-1 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Boxing Day.
Manager Marco Silva described the win as the most joyous Boxing Day for Fulham fans in decades, a sentiment that reflects the team’s impressive form. Now unbeaten in six Premier League matches, Fulham find themselves level on points with Manchester City and firmly in contention for European qualification heading into the new year.
Their opponents, Bournemouth, present an intriguing challenge, but Fulham will take confidence from their recent head-to-head record. They remain unbeaten in their last three home encounters against the Cherries, and Craven Cottage has been a fortress in December with the hosts yet to taste defeat there this month. Silva’s personal record against Bournemouth adds another layer of assurance, as he has never lost a home match against them while managing Fulham, Everton, or Hull City.
For Bournemouth, the stakes are equally high. Andoni Iraola’s side come into this fixture on the back of a frustrating goalless draw with Crystal Palace on Boxing Day. While the Spanish manager praised his team’s defensive efforts, he admitted their attacking output fell short, a shortcoming they must address if they’re to secure a positive result at Craven Cottage.
Both teams are enjoying six-match unbeaten runs in the league, but Bournemouth’s away form has been particularly noteworthy. They have won their last three league matches on the road, and a fourth consecutive away victory would match a streak they last achieved over a year ago. This attacking resurgence has seen the Cherries score over 2.5 goals in each of their recent away wins, setting the stage for a potentially high-scoring affair at Craven Cottage.
Fulham will look to their creative spark, Harry Wilson, to make the difference once again. The Welsh international, who spent the 2019/20 season on loan at Bournemouth, reminded everyone of his quality with a crucial equalizer against Chelsea. Notably, all four of his league goals this season have come after the 80th minute, highlighting his ability to make an impact in the latter stages of games.
Bournemouth, meanwhile, have their own weapon in Antoine Semenyo. The forward found the net in a statement victory over Manchester United before Christmas, with all three of his away goals this season arriving in the second half. His knack for late contributions mirrors Bournemouth’s broader pattern, as the Cherries have scored ten of their away goals this season after the 60th minute while conceding just twice in the same period.
As the two sides meet, the battle for midfield control and defensive discipline will be crucial. Fulham’s home support could play a pivotal role in what promises to be an intense and closely contested matchup. Bournemouth’s ability to counterattack effectively, combined with Fulham’s resilience, suggests this encounter could go down to the wire.
Both teams have plenty to fight for, whether it’s Fulham’s pursuit of a European dream or Bournemouth’s drive to secure their place in the top six. With goals and drama likely on the cards, this match could serve as a fitting end to an eventful year for both clubs.
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