Match Report
| Fulham | Fulham |  |  | Torquay United | Torquay United | ||||||||||||||||
| Computer Player | Computer Player | Steven Robertson | Steven Robertson | ||||||||||||||||||
| John Pallister | J. Pallister |  | 47 | G |  |  | 1 | | G | 83 | | Ben Deane | B. Deane | ||||||||
| Julian Menendez | J. Menendez |  | 76 | D |  | 2 |  | D | 71 | | Ralph Holloway | R. Holloway | |||||||||
| Chris Kantelberg | C. Kantelberg |  | 74 | D | | 3 | | D | 69 | | Joe Redknapp | J. Redknapp | |||||||||
| Neil Croft | N. Croft | | 70 | D | | 4 | | | D | 73 | | Alfred Ehiogu | A. Ehiogu | ||||||||
| Oscar Delgado | O. Delgado | | 79 | M | | 5 | | D | 74 |  | Leandro Strasser | L. Strasser | |||||||||
| Lukas Sierra | L. Sierra |  | 73 | M | | 6 | | M | 75 |  | David Bremner | D. Bremner | |||||||||
| Julian Clarke | J. Clarke | | 65 | M | | 7 | | M | 73 | | Glynn Whelan | G. Whelan | |||||||||
| Jaime Varela | J. Varela |  | 33 | M | | 8 | | M | 85 | | Sol Ward | S. Ward | |||||||||
| Gene Fucito | G. Fucito |  | 81 | A | | 9 | | A | 81 | | Kevin Ljungberg | K. Ljungberg | |||||||||
| Maarten Van Der Elst | M. Van Der Elst |  | 81 | A | | 10 | | A | 77 | | Jamie Andrews | J. Andrews | |||||||||
| Silvain Hansma | S. Hansma | | 75 | A | | 11 | | A | 76 | | Peter Hurst | P. Hurst | |||||||||
| Steve Gray | S. Gray | | 75 | A | | 12 | | D | 66 | | Edward Westwood | E. Westwood | |||||||||
| Silvio Vieira | S. Vieira | | 73 | A | | 13 | | M | 64 | | Duncan Law | D. Law | |||||||||
| Emile Powell | E. Powell | | 65 | D | | 14 | | A | 70 | | Julian Palmer | J. Palmer | |||||||||
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Match Report
A few clouds cover the sky here at Craven Cottage where Fulham play host to Torquay United. A crowd of 18,656 fill this 21,000 capacity stadium.
The pitch is in good condition.
Fulham are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Torquay United appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Nigel Gascoigne.
The pitch is in good condition.
Fulham are playing in a 3-4-3 formation while Torquay United appear to be shaped for 4-3-3.
Today's match is refereed by Nigel Gascoigne.
0.00
0-0The first half starts with Fulham kicking off!
3.10
0-0David Bremner flicks a high ball forward to Joe Redknapp who takes it down. Joe Redknapp makes a beautiful pass to the feet of Peter Hurst. Peter Hurst plays a scrappy one-two with Kevin Ljungberg and advances towards the goal... Julian Clarke clumsily knocks into Peter Hurst. That's got to be a penalty! Yes!!
3.10
0-0The referee points to the spot..
4.01
Jamie Andrews takes a cautious run up. It's miles wide!
6.36
0-0Joe Redknapp controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Sol Ward. Sol Ward threads the ball through to Jamie Andrews. Jamie Andrews lofts in a cross ball towards Glynn Whelan. Glynn Whelan jumps high and flicks the ball with his head but John Pallister is on top of it.
8.39
0-0Julian Clarke threads a neat ball through to Gene Fucito. Gene Fucito shoots from 25 yards but he gets too far under it and it goes high into the crowd!
9.49
Showing composure, Chris Kantelberg plays the ball forward to Julian Menendez. Julian Menendez threads the ball through to Silvain Hansma. Silvain Hansma shoots from 20 yards but it's well over the bar!
12.13
Julian Clarke kicks a strong pass forward to Gene Fucito. Gene Fucito knocks the ball forward, putting Silvain Hansma through on goal. Silvain Hansma side-steps and rifles a shot at goal. The ball curls but the keeper is able to reach it. Great keeping!
14.35
Gene Fucito hits a low pass to Oscar Delgado. Oscar Delgado shoots from distance. The keeper is more than a match for it. He makes it look easy!
15.03
0-0Lukas Sierra catches Glynn Whelan on the ankles. The referee warns Lukas Sierra to calm down! Glynn Whelan hobbles a bit, but should be okay.
16.17
0-0Glynn Whelan flicks the ball to his team mate, Peter Hurst. Peter Hurst knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Neil Croft.
20.09
David Bremner flicks a high pass forward to Kevin Ljungberg who brings the ball under control. Kevin Ljungberg knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Julian Menendez.
26.52
Julian Clarke makes a probing pass to Silvain Hansma. Silvain Hansma whips in a cross ball towards Gene Fucito. Gene Fucito connects with a diving header but it rises well off target!
27.10
David Bremner takes it forward alone. David Bremner knocks in a cross ball but it is headed clear by Neil Croft.
30.05
David Bremner clumsily knocks into Julian Clarke. The referee warns David Bremner to calm down! Julian Clarke stretches but gets up unharmed.
34.57
Oscar Delgado knocks the ball forward to Maarten Van Der Elst. Maarten Van Der Elst shoots from 20 yards. The ball dips but the keeper is a match for it. Fabulous save!
44.43
Sol Ward comes in with a late challenge on Oscar Delgado. The referee calls over Sol Ward and warns him to calm down! Oscar Delgado stretches but gets up unharmed.
45.00
The whistle blows and the first half comes to an end!
Both teams emerge for the second half. Fulham appear unchanged since the first half. Torquay United also appear unchanged since the first half. The Fulham players look more determined than they did at the start of the game.
45.00
Torquay United kick off the second half!
48.09
0-1Joe Redknapp makes a strong solo run forward. Joe Redknapp hits a low pass to Peter Hurst. Peter Hurst lofts in a cross ball towards Jamie Andrews. Jamie Andrews connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal. The ball edges inside the post - goal!!
51.20
Leandro Strasser flicks a high pass forward. Sol Ward controls it well on his chest. Sol Ward makes a probing pass to Peter Hurst. Peter Hurst finds some space and shoots from distance but is denied by John Pallister. Excellent save.
53.59
With a delightful solo run, Julian Clarke stretches the opposition's defence. Julian Clarke shoots from 20 yards but it flies well off target!
57.51
Julian Clarke threads a neat ball through to Maarten Van Der Elst. Maarten Van Der Elst knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Joe Redknapp.
60.03
0-1Torquay United have made 3 substitutions with Edward Westwood replacing Ralph Holloway, Duncan Law replacing Sol Ward and Julian Palmer replacing Jamie Andrews .
63.34
0-1Neil Croft makes a probing pass to Lukas Sierra. Lukas Sierra flicks a high pass forward to Maarten Van Der Elst who brings the ball neatly under control. Maarten Van Der Elst whips in a cross ball towards Lukas Sierra. Lukas Sierra is perfectly placed and heads the ball at goal. Magnificent block by Edward Westwood!
66.34
Leandro Strasser flicks a high pass forward. Glynn Whelan holds off his marker to collect the ball on his thigh. Glynn Whelan knocks the ball to his team mate, David Bremner. David Bremner whips in a cross ball towards Julian Palmer. Julian Palmer directs the ball goalwards with his head but John Pallister is on top of it.
67.16
Oscar Delgado receives the ball from a throw-in from Julian Menendez. Oscar Delgado advances with the ball. Oscar Delgado threads a neat ball through to Silvain Hansma. Silvain Hansma knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Leandro Strasser.
69.10
Alfred Ehiogu plays the ball forward to David Bremner. David Bremner chips the ball to his team mate, Peter Hurst. Peter Hurst knocks in a poor cross ball which is cleared easily by Julian Menendez.
72.57
Glynn Whelan flicks a high pass forward. Julian Palmer collects the pass. Julian Palmer lofts in a cross ball towards Kevin Ljungberg. Kevin Ljungberg beats his man to it with a header. Wonderful reactions from John Pallister keeps it out!
73.40
Leandro Strasser flicks a high pass forward. Duncan Law controls it well on his chest. Duncan Law flicks a high pass forward. Peter Hurst controls it well on his chest. Peter Hurst whips in a cross ball towards Duncan Law. Duncan Law heads the ball goalwards. The ball clips the inside of the post and flies into the back of the net!! Goal for Torquay United!
77.47
Without breaking stride, Glynn Whelan plays the ball forward to Peter Hurst. Peter Hurst lofts in a cross ball towards Kevin Ljungberg. Kevin Ljungberg flicks the ball with his head. Magnificent save by John Pallister!
78.45
Lukas Sierra controls the ball well before passing to his team mate, Julian Clarke. Julian Clarke lofts in a cross ball towards Maarten Van Der Elst. Maarten Van Der Elst makes a convincing header. Good keeping from Ben Deane as he gets his fingers to the ball and pushes it wide.
81.11
Julian Clarke sees Oscar Delgado in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Oscar Delgado knocks the ball forward to Gene Fucito. Gene Fucito shoots from long range but couldn't keep it down. It goes high into the crowd!
83.53
Oscar Delgado sees Maarten Van Der Elst in space ahead and quickly passes the ball. Maarten Van Der Elst lofts in a cross ball towards Silvain Hansma. Silvain Hansma connects with the ball, driving a powerful header at goal his aim is horrendously poor!
87.21
Oscar Delgado flicks a high pass forward to Silvain Hansma who brings the ball under control. Silvain Hansma whips in a cross ball towards Gene Fucito. Gene Fucito is unmarked! He powers a header at goal. Gene Fucito scores for Fulham!!
90.00
Julian Menendez threads a neat ball through to Jaime Varela. Jaime Varela flicks a high ball forward to Silvain Hansma who takes it down. Silvain Hansma lofts in a cross ball towards Maarten Van Der Elst. Maarten Van Der Elst makes a deft header but somehow Ben Deane manages to keep it out.
90.00
The referee blows the final whistle
Match Statistics
Goals
1
2
Shots on Target
7
7
Shots off Target
6
1
Offsides
0
0
Fouls
2
2
Yellow Cards
0
0
Red Cards
0
0
Possession
53.1%
46.9%
Play Area
24.7%
44.4%
30.9%
Scorers
| Gene Fucito 87 | Jamie Andrews 48 Duncan Law 73 |
Man of the Match
| The man of the match was awarded to Peter Hurst of Torquay United |
Match Ratings
| 1. | John Pallister (GK) | 8 | |
| 2. | Julian Menendez (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Chris Kantelberg (DEF) | 6 | |
| 4. | Neil Croft (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Oscar Delgado (MID) | 7 | |
| 6. | Lukas Sierra (MID) | 6 | |
| 7. | Julian Clarke (MID) | 8 | |
| 8. | Jaime Varela (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Gene Fucito (ATT) |  | 8 |
| 10. | Maarten Van Der Elst (ATT) | 7 | |
| 11. | Silvain Hansma (ATT) | 7 | |
| 12. | Steve Gray (ATT) | 0 | |
| 13. | Silvio Vieira (ATT) | 0 | |
| 14. | Emile Powell (DEF) | 0 | |
| 1. | Ben Deane (GK) | 8 | |
| 2. | Ralph Holloway (DEF) | 6 | |
| 3. | Joe Redknapp (DEF) | 7 | |
| 4. | Alfred Ehiogu (DEF) | 6 | |
| 5. | Leandro Strasser (DEF) | 6 | |
| 6. | David Bremner (MID) | 7 | |
| 7. | Glynn Whelan (MID) | 7 | |
| 8. | Sol Ward (MID) | 6 | |
| 9. | Kevin Ljungberg (ATT) | 6 | |
| 10. | Jamie Andrews (ATT) | | 8 |
| 11. | Peter Hurst (ATT) | 8 | |
| 12. | Edward Westwood (DEF) | 6 | |
| 13. | Duncan Law (MID) | | 8 |
| 14. | Julian Palmer (ATT) | 6 | |