West Ham vs Fulham Player Ratings: Raul Jiménez Header Turned the Game for Fulham in a Nervy 1-0 Away Victory

A tightly contested Premier League match at the London Stadium saw Fulham snatch a dramatic 1-0 win over West Ham United. Both sides battled fiercely in the midfield. The turning point was a huge miss from Jarrod Bowen in the second half, which he really should have scored. That miss seemed to drain the energy from West Ham United. Fulham, to their credit, remained patient and organized. They waited for their moment.

And that moment came late. A brilliant cross found Raúl Jiménez, who made no mistake with his header in the 85th minute. It was a classic striker's goal that silenced the home crowd. The victory was a testament to Fulham's disciplined approach and clinical finishing when it mattered most. Here are Sportsdunia's West Ham vs Fulham player ratings.

West Ham Player Ratings vs Fulham

Check out the West Ham player ratings for the West Ham vs Fulham fixture.

Goalkeeper

Alphonse Areola - 6.5: He couldn't do anything about the goal. Areola made three saves, including a couple of decent stops in the first half. He looked generally composed but wasn't truly tested for long periods. A standard performance from the keeper.

Defenders

Kyle Walker-Peters - 7.0: One of the few bright spots for the Hammers. He was energetic down the right flank and won an impressive seven out of nine duels. His passing was crisp and he always offered an outlet. He put in a solid shift defensively.

Maximilian Kilman - 6.5: A mixed bag for Kilman. He made seven clearances, which shows he was busy. However, he lost more duels than he won and looked a bit unsettled at times. He contributed a key pass, but his main job was defending, and his team conceded.

Jean-Clair Todibo - 6.5: A fairly solid outing for the center-back. His pass accuracy was excellent, and he won most of his duels. Todibo picked up a yellow card which slightly tarnishes his performance. He was strong but ultimately part of a defence that was breached.

Oliver Scarles - 4.5: A very difficult day for the youngster. What stood out to us was the crucial error that led to the goal, a moment he'll want to forget. He lost possession 16 times and struggled to cope. It was a harsh lesson for him at this level.

Midfielders

Crysencio Summerville - 5.5: He was largely anonymous before being substituted just after halftime. He struggled to get into the game and make any real impact. A forgettable performance from our perspective. He just couldn't find his rhythm.

Lucas Paquetá - 6.0: A frustrating player to watch. He was involved in everything, touching the ball 66 times. But the quality wasn't there. He lost possession a staggering 21 times and his decision-making in the final third was poor.

Mateus Fernandes - 7.5: The standout performer for West Ham United. He was a force in midfield, winning nine duels and driving his team forward. His passing was progressive and he never stopped working. He deserved to be on the winning side.

Soungoutou Magassa - 7.0: Another energetic midfield display. He won eight duels and made four tackles, showing his defensive commitment. He even created a big chance. It was a strong performance before he was subbed off.

Freddie Potts - 6.0: He worked hard but lacked the final product. Potts lost the ball 15 times and his crossing was inconsistent. We noticed his effort but the quality just wasn't quite there to unlock the Fulham defence.

Forwards

Jarrod Bowen - 5.0: A really poor day for the captain. The big chance he missed in the second half was a game-defining moment. Being caught offside three times also showed a lack of awareness. Much more is expected from a player of his calibre.

Substitutes

Callum Wilson, George Earthy, Tomás Soucek - 6.0: The substitutes failed to change the course of the game. Wilson had a couple of wayward shots but never really threatened. The changes came too late to make a genuine impact.

Manager

N. Simões Espírito Santo - 5.5: His team looked devoid of ideas in attack. They were defensively okay for most of the game but lacked the cutting edge to win. The substitutions felt reactive rather than proactive. A disappointing result at home.

Fulham Player Ratings vs West Ham United

Check out the Fulham player ratings for the West Ham vs Fulham fixture.

Goalkeeper

Bernd Leno - 7.0: A confident performance from the German keeper. He made two important saves and commanded his area well. He wasn't overly worked, but everything he had to do, he did cleanly. A well-earned clean sheet.

Defenders

Kenny Tete - 6.5: A solid and reliable performance before his substitution. He was defensively sound and tidy in possession. He didn't offer a huge threat going forward, but did his primary job effectively.

Joachim Andersen - 7.0: The captain led by example at the back. He was a vocal organizer and made six crucial clearances. His distribution was key, though he did pick up a booking. He marshaled his backline to a valuable clean sheet.

Jorge Cuenca - 7.5: An unsung hero for Fulham. What stood out to us was his calmness under pressure. His 95% pass accuracy was superb, and he made a massive eight clearances. An excellent defensive display.

Antonee Robinson - 8.0: An outstanding performance from the left-back. He was a constant threat, creating three chances and putting in dangerous crosses. Defensively, he was just as good, making three tackles and three interceptions. A top-class, all-action display.

Midfielders

Harry Wilson - 8.0: He provided the moment of real quality for the winning goal. His assist for Raúl Jiménez was perfect. Beyond that, he was a creative spark throughout, creating another big chance and always looking dangerous. A decisive contribution.

Sander Berge - 8.0: A colossal presence in the heart of midfield. He dominated his duels, winning six aerial battles. His use of the ball was intelligent, with 92% pass accuracy. He provided the platform for Fulham to control the crucial phases of the game.

Saša Lukić - 7.0: A tireless worker in the engine room. He battled hard, winning five duels and recovering the ball five times. He kept the play ticking over and provided a solid shield for his defence. An effective, no-frills performance.

Kevin - 5.0: The weak link in the Fulham side. He struggled to make an impact and was dispossessed three times. From our perspective, he looked off the pace before being substituted. A day to forget for the midfielder.

Emile Smith Rowe - 6.0: He showed some nice touches and created two chances. However, he was dispossessed six times and struggled to find space against a compact West Ham United midfield. It was an okay performance, but he couldn't impose himself on the game.

Forwards

Raúl Jiménez - 8.5: The Man of the Match. He was quiet for long spells but came alive when it mattered. He took his one big chance with a brilliant header. It's what top strikers do. His hold-up play was also crucial in relieving pressure. A true match-winner.

Substitutes

Josh King, Timothy Castagne, Tom Cairney, Issa Diop - 6.5: The subs all played their part. They brought fresh energy and helped Fulham see out the game after taking the lead. A professional job from the bench.

Manager

M. Saraiva Da Silva - 7.5: His game plan worked to perfection. He set his team up to be solid and patient. They absorbed pressure and waited for their moment to strike. It was a tactical victory and he deserves a lot of credit for the result.

Sportsdunia's Player of the Match Goes to Raúl Jiménez