Ipswich stuns Fulham with two late goals in Premier League comeback
Ipswich defeated Fulham 2-1 with late goals from Abdoul Ouattara and Dara O'Shea, extending Fulham's winless start to six matches.
Ipswich snatched an unlikely victory against Fulham in a dramatic Premier League match. Fulham led after Ryan Sessegnon's strike in the 55th minute.
Fulham were minutes from a first win under new manager Álvaro Arbeloa. Abdoul Ouattara scored from 30 yards in the 88th minute to level.
Dara O'Shea headed home from Jack Clarke's free-kick in stoppage time to win it. The defeat extended Fulham's winless run to six matches and left them in the relegation zone.
Ipswich manager Gary O'Neil praised his side's tireless pressing and said substitutes Chuba Akpom and Clarke made crucial contributions.
- Ipswich 2-1 Fulham
- Final score
- 6 matches
- Fulham winless run
- 7 points
- Points gap to Ipswich
- 30 yards
- Ouattara's goal distance
Why it mattersFor Fulham, the loss heaps pressure on Arbeloa and keeps them fighting relegation. For Ipswich, the win shows they can compete with established sides and recover from adversity.
AustraliaNo direct Australian effect yet, though the dramatic comeback adds to the Premier League's appeal for Australian viewers following the competition.
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