Fulham faced a tough defeat against Chelsea, losing 2-1 after leading for most of the match. Alex Iwobi scored early for the Cottagers, only for Chelsea to make a comeback with two late goals from Tyrique George and Pedro Neto. This defeat is particularly painful for Fulham, who have not beaten Chelsea frequently in their history, despite having ended a long winless streak against them just months prior. The match also underscored Fulham's injury struggles, missing key players against a fully equipped Chelsea team aiming for Champions League qualification.
In the end, Fulham's early lead turned bitter after Chelsea's late comeback, showcasing the Cottagers' historical struggles against their west London rivals.
Despite taking an early lead, Fulham fell apart late in the game as Chelsea scored two goals to secure a critical victory and bounce into the top five.
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