Fulham vs. Southampton: Premier League

Fulham vs. Southampton: Premier League – Saints Player Ratings

By Erik Franzo | Dec 26, 2020

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Che Adams of Southampton (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) /

Strikers and Substitutes

Che Adams, Striker – 6

Slowed a couple of early attacks with indecision and running offsides when Theo Walcott could have slid him through. Thought he had a tap in, but a wicked spin on the ball wrong-footed him. Really was absent in hold up play and other than the would-be assist he never really made an impact.

Shane Long, Striker – 6

We saw why he was chosen with Southampton choosing to go long and direct early. Ran into offsides position too often, but it wasn’t always his fault. Scored a goal, but should have stayed onside before the finish, and there are no excuses with the defender in his sight. Brought the team up the field a few times winning the ball out of the air and winning fouls and will take his slack from the Southampton faithful as usual.

Dan N’Lundulu, Substitute Striker – N/A

Came in for stoppage time as Southampton’s first sub.

Moussa Djenepo, Substitute Attacking-Midfielder – N/A

Entered in the 93rd minute to slow the game.

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