By In an electric clash at Craven Cottage, Fulham’s super-sub Harry Wilson scored two remarkable stoppage-time goals to seal a thrilling 2-1 comeback victory against west London rivals Brentford. Vitaly Janelt’s stunning first-half strike initially put Brentford in control, but Wilson’s late heroics lifted Fulham to ninth in the Premier League standings, while Brentford slipped to 12th.
Marco Silva’s Fulham appeared to be heading for a narrow defeat as Janelt’s strike held strong through much of the game. However, Wilson turned the tide in the 92nd minute with an audacious flicked goal-of-the-season contender, deftly chipping Brentford’s goalkeeper Mark Flekken after a cross from Adama Traore.
Brentford’s Fabio Carvalho nearly reclaimed the lead moments later, only to be denied by Fulham’s goalkeeper Bernd Leno in a crucial one-on-one save. Then, in the 97th minute, Wilson soared above the defense to head in a cross from Antonee Robinson, sealing the victory amid euphoric scenes from Fulham fans.
Reflecting on his match-winning impact, Wilson said: “It was an amazing feeling to score those two goals. I was just trying to find space and help us get the result. Both goals weren’t exactly how I planned, but they all count!”
Fulham manager Marco Silva praised his team’s persistence, emphasizing Fulham’s dominance throughout: “We deserved the three points. From start to finish, we were the better team and kept pushing hard. Sometimes football rewards you if you work hard, and tonight it did.”
For Brentford’s Thomas Frank, it was a bitter end: “It’s tough. Leading in the 92nd minute and losing is brutal. Fulham were the better team, but we defended well. That finish from Wilson was extraordinary — 99 times out of 100 it doesn’t go in. This one did.”
Fulham’s win marks a key highlight in their season, showcasing a determined comeback spirit and putting them ahead of their local rivals in the standings.
