Fulham substitute Rodrigo Muniz struck in the 82nd minute to give his side a 2-1 Premier League away win over Newcastle United on Saturday. The dramatic goal sealed a vital victory for the visitors who had been looking to bounce back from a string of defeats.
The match at St. James Park got off to a thrilling start with both teams creating scoring opportunities in the opening minutes. However it was Fulham who drew first blood when their star striker found the back of the net in the 31st minute.
Newcastle United pushed hard for an equalizer and their persistence finally paid off in the 51st minute when one of their midfielders scored with a powerful shot. The goal gave the home team a huge boost and they began to dominate the game.
As the clock ticked down it seemed like the match was heading for a draw but then Muniz popped up with his late winner. The Brazilian striker who had come on as a substitute in the 70th minute scored with a clever finish after a well worked move by his teammates.
The goal sparked wild celebrations among the Fulham players and coaching staff who were delighted with the three points. The win moves them up the Premier League table and gives them a huge confidence boost ahead of their next fixture.
On the other hand the defeat was a huge disappointment for Newcastle United who had been hoping to pick up all three points at home. The loss leaves them struggling near the bottom of the table and they will need to improve their performance if they are to avoid relegation.
The victory for Fulham was also a testament to the team s fighting spirit and their ability to grind out results even when they are not playing at their best. The team will now be looking to build on this momentum and push for a top ten finish in the Premier League.