The 2025-2026 Premier League season reached its conclusion at Craven Cottage with a clinical 2-0 performance by Fulham against Newcastle. In this final matchday encounter, the home side demonstrated superior finishing to claim the three points and finish the campaign on a high note.

Early breakthrough for the hosts

The match began with high energy, and it didn’t take long for the deadlock to be broken. In the 20th minute, Issa Diop found the back of the net, putting Fulham in the driving seat. Newcastle struggled to find their rhythm in the first half, prompting a tactical substitution just before the break as Harvey Barnes replaced Jacob Murphy.

Cairney seals the win in the second half

As the second half unfolded, the intensity increased, leading to several cautions. Bruno Guimaraes and Yoane Wissa both received yellow cards as Newcastle searched for an equaliser. However, Fulham’s bench made the difference. Tom Cairney, who entered the pitch in the 60th minute, doubled the lead in the 80th minute with a well-taken strike.

Despite a flurry of late substitutions and yellow cards for Antonee Robinson and Jorge Cuenca in the final minutes, Fulham remained disciplined. The victory marks a solid end to the season for the London club, while Newcastle leaves empty-handed after a hard-fought battle.

• 20’: Opening goal scored by Issa Diop
• 64’: Yellow card issued to Bruno Guimaraes
• 70’: Caution for Yoane Wissa
• 80’: Tom Cairney extends the lead to 2-0
• 89’: Yellow card for Antonee Robinson
• 90’: Jorge Cuenca enters the book with a yellow card

By Boureima Amadou — Reporter