Fulham edge out newcastle in thrilling premier league finale

Fulham edge out newcastle in thrilling premier league finale

Fulham 2-0 Newcastle: Premier League season finale

Sunday, May 24, 2026, 5:00 PM
Premier League 2025-2026, Matchday 38

Craven Cottage witnessed a dramatic Premier League finale as Fulham secured a 2-0 victory over Newcastle United in the final match of the 2025-2026 season. The hosts dominated proceedings, with both goals coming from their captain, leading to a celebratory end to the campaign.

Key moments from the match

  • 1′ Kickoff at Craven Cottage
  • 20′ ⚽ Goal! Issa Diop opens the scoring for Fulham with a precise header from a set-piece
  • 45′ Half-time: Fulham lead 1-0
  • 60′ Substitution: Tom Cairney replaces Kevin Macedo
  • 64′ 🟨 Bruno Guimarães receives a yellow card for Newcastle
  • 70′ 🟨 Yoane Wissa earns a yellow card for Newcastle
  • 80′ ⚽ Goal! Tom Cairney doubles Fulham’s lead with a composed finish
  • 89′ 🟨 Antone Robinson booked for Fulham
  • 90′ 🟨 Jorge Cuenca receives a late yellow for Newcastle
  • 90′ Full-time: Fulham secure a 2-0 win

Substitutions made

  • Fulham: Tom Cairney (60′), Joshua King (72′), Harry Wilson (72′), Raul Jiménez (72′), Sean Neave (77′), Jorge Cuenca (86′)
  • Newcastle: Harvey Barnes (45′), Alex Murphy (84′), Yoane Wissa (66′), Anthony Elanga (66′)

Cards shown

Fulham: 2 yellow cards
Newcastle: 2 yellow cards

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