Tottenham's Relegation Crisis Deepens After Fourth Straight Loss to Fulham
Tottenham Hotspur's Premier League relegation fears escalated dramatically following a 2-1 defeat at Fulham, which consigned them to a fourth consecutive loss and extended their winless run to a record-equalling 10 matches. The result leaves the 16th-placed Spurs just four points above the bottom three, plunging them deeper into a survival battle.
Early Setback and Controversial Goal
Under interim head coach Igor Tudor, who switched from his favoured 3-4-2-1 system to a back four, Tottenham fell behind after just seven minutes. Harry Wilson scored for the 10th time this season, rifling in on the half-volley from Oscar Bobb's cross. However, Spurs were furious that a slight push by Raul Jimenez on Radu Dragusin was not penalised by VAR official Craig Pawson, a decision reminiscent of a goal ruled out for Spurs against Arsenal the previous week.
Iwobi's Brilliance Extends Fulham's Lead
Fulham doubled their advantage in the 34th minute through former Arsenal midfielder Alex Iwobi, who produced a fine first-time effort into the bottom corner after a quick one-two with Wilson. This stunning strike left Tottenham with a monumental uphill battle, despite chances for Yves Bissouma and Dragusin to reduce the deficit before half-time.
Late Rally Falls Short for Spurs
After the break, Fulham remained dominant, with Emile Smith Rowe firing wide when he should have scored. Tudor made a triple substitution in the 58th minute, sending on Pape Sarr, Mathys Tel, and Richarlison. The latter gave Spurs a lifeline after 65 minutes, heading home from a cross by Archie Gray following Tel's incisive run.
Despite a late rally, including Sarr firing into the side-netting and Joao Palhinha having a stoppage-time effort blocked, Tottenham could not find an equaliser. The full-time whistle confirmed their precarious position, with the club now facing an intense fight to avoid relegation as their form continues to falter under Tudor's interim leadership.
