Oscar Bobb's late goal lifts Fulham clear of relegation zone
Oscar Bobb scored in the 80th minute as Fulham beat Coventry 1-0, securing their first away win in nine matches.
Oscar Bobb struck with 10 minutes remaining to give Fulham a 1-0 win over Coventry and lift them clear of the Premier League's bottom three. The 27-million-pound signing from Manchester City twisted into the area and bent a shot into the far corner.
Fulham secured their first away win since February, a run stretching back nine matches. Fulham controlled possession and edged Coventry in most departments, though Josh King's powerful shot hit the post for the visitors.
Coventry, now second-bottom, had only brief spells of sustained possession and created few clear chances. The hosts' afternoon was summed up when in-form defender Bobby Thomas hobbled off injured just before the hour.
Fulham manager Álvaro Arbeloa said his team needed to compete for all 90 minutes and use individual quality to win games.
- 27 million pounds from Manchester City
- Bobb's transfer fee
- 80th minute
- Goal timing
- Nine matches since February
- Fulham's away drought
- Second-bottom
- Coventry position
Why it mattersBobb's match-winning moment gave Fulham much-needed breathing room in a relegation fight.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect, though Australian football fans watching Premier League results now see Fulham's improved prospects.
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