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Fulham vs Southampton

Craven Cottage, London24 November 2018 at 15:00
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Fulham
Southampton
Kick Off
18′
S. Armstrong
A. Mitrović

assist: M. Le Marchand

33′
A. Schürrle

assist: R. Sessegnon

43′
Alfie Mawson45′
Half Time
53′
S. Armstrong

assist: Cédric Soares

A. Mitrović

assist: R. Sessegnon

63′
68′Pierre-Emile Højbjerg
J. SeriS. Johansen
68′
68′
C. AustinM. Elyounoussi
73′Wesley Hoedt
A. SchürrleA. Kamara
74′
81′
S. ArmstrongM. Obafemi
A. MitrovićF. Ayité
86′
Stefan Johansen90′
90′Michael Obafemi
Full Time

Match Statistics

5Shots on Goal8
3Shots off Goal6
10Total Shots19
2Blocked Shots5
8Shots insidebox10
2Shots outsidebox9
10Fouls6
2Corner Kicks5
4Offsides1
37%Ball Possession63%
2Yellow Cards3
0Red Cards0
6Goalkeeper Saves2
370Total passes600
264Passes accurate480
71%Passes %80%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Fulham is 6.69, compared to 6.89 for Southampton. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Fulham's highest-rated starter is T. Cairney (6.76), while Southampton's best-rated player is A. McCarthy (6.89).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Fulham have contributed 4 goals and 1 assists this season, led by R. Sessegnon (3G). Southampton's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Fulham deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Southampton's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Fulham field 5 midfielders averaging 6.69, versus Southampton's 5 rated —. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Fulham start 1 forward(s) averaging —, compared to 1 for Southampton averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 84% for Fulham and 62% for Southampton. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Fulham's starters have collected 3 yellow cards this season, compared to 0 for Southampton. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Fulham's starting XI is 29.5 (youngest: R. Sessegnon (25), oldest: T. Cairney (34)), while Southampton average 36.0 (youngest: A. McCarthy (36), oldest: A. McCarthy (36)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Fulham's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 7 for Southampton. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Fulham4-2-3-14-2-3-1Southampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
25Rico4Odoi20Marchand22Christie5Chambers26Mawson14Schürrle10Cairney24Seri3Sessegn.9Mitrović1McCarthy3Yoshida2Soares6Hoedt33Targett17Armstro.22Redmond18Lemina23Højbjerg10Austin20Gabbiad.

Substitutes

Coach: C. Ranieri

Substitutes

Coach: M. Hughes

FulhamPosition StrengthSouthampton
6.69
Avg Rating
6.89
Goalkeeper (1 v 1)6.89
0G 0A0G 0A
6.69Midfielder (5 v 5)
4G 1A0G 0A
Fulham4-2-3-1
25GoalkeeperSergio Rico
4DefenderD. Odoi
20DefenderM. Le Marchand
22DefenderC. Christie
26DefenderA. Mawson
5MidfielderC. Chambers
14MidfielderA. Schürrle
10MidfielderT. Cairney6.81G
24MidfielderJ. Seri
3MidfielderR. Sessegnon6.63G1A
9ForwardA. Mitrović
Southampton4-2-3-1
1GoalkeeperA. McCarthy6.9
3DefenderM. Yoshida
2DefenderCédric Soares
6DefenderW. Hoedt
33DefenderM. Targett
17MidfielderS. Armstrong
22MidfielderN. Redmond
18MidfielderM. Lemina
23MidfielderP. Højbjerg
20MidfielderM. Gabbiadini
10ForwardC. Austin

Match Summary

Fulham defeated Southampton 3:2. The match was played in Premier League 2018. Goals were scored by S. Armstrong 18′, A. Mitrović 33′, A. Schürrle 43′, S. Armstrong 53′, A. Mitrović 63′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Fulham had 37% possession while Southampton held 63%. Fulham had 10 shots (5 on target) compared to 19 (8 on target) for Southampton. Fulham made 3 substitutions, Southampton made 2.

Rivalry since 2012

Fulham vs Southampton Head to Head Results

14 stretnutí
Fulham
3
wins
Drawn
4
Southampton
7
wins
Total goals
28 · 2.0/match
Both scored
5/14 · 36%
Over 2.5
5/14 · 36%

Recent Form

Fulham

LLWDLW

Southampton

WDLDWW

Match Prediction

Fulham

10%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Southampton

45%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : draw or Southampton

0%Form100%
60%Attack40%
40%Defence60%
15%Head-to-head85%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Even record

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Fulham4wins
2draws10 meetings
Southampton4wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

2.4

Average goals per game

50%

Games with 3+ goals

40%

Both teams scored

Market Summary

Margin: 3.0%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 38.0%Draw 29.0%Away 36.1%

Odds Range

1X2
Min2.603.402.70
Max2.683.502.82
Market favourite: · Even contest

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market36.7%28.5%34.8%
Public market37.3%27.9%34.9%

Fulham vs Southampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Fulham
Result vs. Market: Fulham (38%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

FulhamHalf-time:21Southampton
10Shots19
5Shots on target8

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
26/04/25Southampton1–2Fulham5.27/4.10/1.62
22/12/24Fulham0–0Southampton1.41/4.87/7.12
13/05/23Southampton0–2Fulham2.82/3.39/2.50
31/12/22Fulham2–1Southampton2.00/3.56/3.77
15/05/21Southampton3–1Fulham2.01/3.57/3.71
26/12/20Fulham0–0Southampton3.23/3.34/2.32
27/02/19Southampton2–0Fulham1.91/3.62/4.29
24/11/18Fulham3–2Southampton2.63/3.45/2.77
26/10/13Southampton2–0Fulham1.63/3.86/6.23
01/02/14Fulham0–3Southampton3.51/3.33/2.22

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Fulham

W 219D 184L 316
Over 2.551
Goals scored839

Away Record: Southampton

W 269D 243L 408
Over 2.549
Goals scored1086

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026