Fulham 1-0 Leeds United: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments

Dive into Coral’s post-match review of Fulham 1-0 Leeds United in the Premier League on Saturday, 13 September 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.

Fulham secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Leeds United at home, a result that sees them climb to 10th in the league with 5 points. The match was decided in the dying moments when Gabriel Gudmundsson's own goal in the 90+4th minute handed Fulham the win. This result was somewhat surprising given Leeds' recent form, which included a draw against Newcastle and a heavy loss to Arsenal. For Fulham, this win breaks a run of inconsistent results, following a loss to Chelsea and draws against Manchester United and Brighton.

The game was tightly contested, with neither side managing to create many clear-cut chances. Fulham's persistence paid off, and they managed to capitalise on a late mistake by Leeds. Sander Berge's yellow card in the 79th minute was a notable moment, but it was the late drama that defined the match. This victory will boost Fulham's confidence as they look to build on this performance in their upcoming fixtures.

The statistics from the match suggest a closely fought contest, with Fulham holding 54% of the ball possession compared to Leeds United's 46%. Both teams had an equal number of corners, with three each, indicating a balanced battle for control. Fulham's successful dribbles percentage was higher at 33% compared to Leeds' 24%, which might have contributed to their ability to create more dangerous situations. The yellow cards, with Leeds receiving two and Fulham one, reflect the competitive nature of the game, but the stats overall align well with the narrow margin of victory.

The key moment of the match came in the 90+4th minute when Gabriel Gudmundsson inadvertently scored an own goal, sealing the victory for Fulham. This late drama was the decisive factor in the game, as neither team had managed to break the deadlock until that point. Earlier in the match, yellow cards were shown to Leeds' Anton Stach in the 11th minute and Noah Okafor in the 64th minute, indicating a physical battle. Fulham's Sander Berge also received a yellow card in the 79th minute, adding to the tension as the game neared its conclusion.

Substitutions played a significant role in the match, with Fulham making five changes and Leeds making four. For Fulham, Adama Traoré Diarra and Emile Smith Rowe came on in the 60th minute, followed by Kevin Santos Lopes de Macedo in the 76th minute. Raúl Alonso Jiménez Rodríguez and Tom Cairney were introduced in the 84th minute, showing Fulham's intent to push for a winner. Leeds' substitutions included Jack Harrison and Lukas Nmecha in the 68th and 69th minutes, respectively, followed by Daniel James and Degnand Wilfried Gnonto later in the game.

Fulham lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Bernd Leno in goal and a back four of Kenny Tete, Joachim Andersen, Calvin Bassey, and Ryan Sessegnon. The midfield was anchored by Saša Lukić and Sander Berge, with Harry Wilson, Josh King, and Alex Iwobi supporting striker Rodrigo Muniz. The lineup was largely as expected, with no major surprises in the starting XI. The impact of the substitutions, particularly those made in the latter stages of the game, was crucial in securing the victory. Sander Berge's performance was notable, both for his contribution in midfield and his yellow card late in the game.

Leeds United opted for a 4-3-3 formation, with Karl Darlow between the posts and a defense consisting of Jayden Bogle, Joe Rodon, Pascal Struijk, and Gabriel Gudmundsson. The midfield trio of Sean Longstaff, Ethan Ampadu, and Anton Stach supported the attacking line of Brenden Aaronson, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, and Noah Okafor. The lineup was fairly standard, with no significant surprises. The substitutions made by Leeds, including Jack Harrison and Lukas Nmecha, aimed to inject fresh energy into the team, but it was not enough to prevent the late own goal. Gabriel Gudmundsson's unfortunate own goal will be a moment he'll want to forget.

Ryan Sessegnon is Coral’s Man of the Match for his performance against Leeds United. Despite not scoring or assisting, Sessegnon created one big chance and made two key passes, showcasing his ability to influence the game from the left-back position. His contributions were vital in helping Fulham maintain pressure on Leeds and ultimately secure the victory.

Recent Premier League Matches:

• Win: 1-0 vs Leeds United (H)

• Loss: 0-2 vs Chelsea (A)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Manchester United (H)

• Draw: 1-1 vs Brighton & Hove Albion (A)

Recent Premier League Matches:

• Loss: 0-1 vs Fulham (A)

• Draw: 0-0 vs Newcastle United (H)

• Loss: 0-5 vs Arsenal (A)

• Win: 1-0 vs Everton (H)

Sitting in 10th place with 5 points, Fulham will face Brentford, who are in 12th with 4 points, on September 20, 2025. This recent win against Leeds will boost their confidence as they prepare for this upcoming match. Fulham will look to build on this momentum and continue their climb up the league table.

Leeds United, now in 15th place with 4 points, will take on Wolverhampton Wanderers, who are at the bottom of the table, on September 20, 2025. The late defeat to Fulham will be a setback, but Leeds will need to regroup quickly and focus on securing a positive result against Wolves to halt their slide down the standings.

Premier League Game Week 5

• Liverpool V Everton

• Burnley V Nottingham Forest

• Brighton V Tottenham

• West Ham V Crystal Palace

• Wolves V Leeds United

• Bournemouth V Newcastle

• Man United V Chelsea

• Fulham V Brentford

• Sunderland V Aston Villa

• Arsenal V Man City

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