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#91
General Discussion / Re: Everton playing how Fulham...
Last post by RaySmith - April 25, 2024, 08:42:42 AMI thought we did well to play ourselves back into the game v Liverpool, in the first half, and created a number of good shooting chances, but always off target, but we finished the half on equal terms, and could feel positive about the second half, but then they took an early lead.
WE seemed slack defensively, making errors but they they poured numbers forward in their press, to stop us setting up our attacks.
Don't think there was that much in it, just didn't work out for us on the day - maybe they had extra motivation - not that our players didn't want it consciously, but they were playing for a last chance at the title, maybe gave them an edge.
WE seemed slack defensively, making errors but they they poured numbers forward in their press, to stop us setting up our attacks.
Don't think there was that much in it, just didn't work out for us on the day - maybe they had extra motivation - not that our players didn't want it consciously, but they were playing for a last chance at the title, maybe gave them an edge.
#92
General Discussion / Re: Everton playing how Fulham...
Last post by RaySmith - April 25, 2024, 08:33:42 AMQuote from: H4usuallysitting on April 24, 2024, 10:59:18 PMQuote from: demeant0r on April 24, 2024, 10:29:19 PMJurgen Klopp getting his comeuppance at Goodison Park has made my dayI wonder what excuses he's going to give tonight for not performing.
Please have some sympathy for Mr Klopp...it can't be easy for him - having to wear someone else's teeth
Shame when you can only afford one size/colour fits all teeth off of Ebay!
#93
General Discussion / Re: Everton playing how Fulham...
Last post by perry geyton - April 25, 2024, 02:47:09 AMIt should of been us who ruined they're chances but we rolled over instead,,,,was so disappointing
Happy at least Everton got to ruin they're fun
Happy at least Everton got to ruin they're fun
#94
General Discussion / Re: Any one know which players...
Last post by Barrett487 - April 25, 2024, 12:44:52 AMImo i reckon this thread should be shut down.
#95
Daily Fulham Stuff / Re: Thursday Fulham Stuff - 25...
Last post by WhiteJC - April 25, 2024, 12:15:43 AMWest Ham United in talks with three managers to replace David Moyes as boss
West Ham United are currently in talks with Fulham boss Marco Silva and two other managers about replacing David Moyes this summer, according to O Jogo.
Writing on their website (24 April), the Portuguese news outlet report there will be no further talks between the Hammers and Ruben Amorim after he was uninterested in the project they offered him during a meeting in London on Monday 22 April.
But the Irons are continuing to look at options to replace Moyes as he looks set to leave at the end of his contract with Julen Lopetegui, Lille boss Paulo Fonseca and Silva all "in talks" with the club about a move this summer.
David Moyes to leave West Ham United
It now seems inevitable that Moyes will be leaving the London Stadium after five years, and while he has done a great job it is certainly the right decision.
But the next big decision will be about who is going to replace him, as the board cannot afford to get that wrong after the way it went when they brought in Manuel Pellegrini last time.
Lopetegui has got great pedigree having managed Spain, Real Madrid and Wolves in the Premier League and did a great job, while he also loves to play attacking football. The same can be said for Silva and Fonseca, but both of those men are currently in jobs.
If the club want to be a bit cheap then Lopetegui represents a great option, however without European football next season it may be a difficult job to convince him to come in.
But with talks on with several candidates, the board are clearly making sure they take everything into account ahead of the season ending which can only be a good thing.
https://www.westhamzone.com/news/west-ham-united-in-talks-with-three-managers-to-replace-david-moyes-as-boss/
West Ham United are currently in talks with Fulham boss Marco Silva and two other managers about replacing David Moyes this summer, according to O Jogo.
Writing on their website (24 April), the Portuguese news outlet report there will be no further talks between the Hammers and Ruben Amorim after he was uninterested in the project they offered him during a meeting in London on Monday 22 April.
But the Irons are continuing to look at options to replace Moyes as he looks set to leave at the end of his contract with Julen Lopetegui, Lille boss Paulo Fonseca and Silva all "in talks" with the club about a move this summer.
David Moyes to leave West Ham United
It now seems inevitable that Moyes will be leaving the London Stadium after five years, and while he has done a great job it is certainly the right decision.
But the next big decision will be about who is going to replace him, as the board cannot afford to get that wrong after the way it went when they brought in Manuel Pellegrini last time.
Lopetegui has got great pedigree having managed Spain, Real Madrid and Wolves in the Premier League and did a great job, while he also loves to play attacking football. The same can be said for Silva and Fonseca, but both of those men are currently in jobs.
If the club want to be a bit cheap then Lopetegui represents a great option, however without European football next season it may be a difficult job to convince him to come in.
But with talks on with several candidates, the board are clearly making sure they take everything into account ahead of the season ending which can only be a good thing.
https://www.westhamzone.com/news/west-ham-united-in-talks-with-three-managers-to-replace-david-moyes-as-boss/
#96
Daily Fulham Stuff / Re: Thursday Fulham Stuff - 25...
Last post by WhiteJC - April 25, 2024, 12:14:06 AMFulham and West Ham dragged into Brazilian transfer drama – Both said to be keen on goalkeeper
Fulham and West Ham United are now getting linked to Corinthians goalkeeper Carlos Miguel.
This information is brought by journalist Chico Garcia, who claims both sides are interested in the 25-year-old.
The main subject in this story is Carlos Miguel's intention to leave Corinthians, since he's their reserve goalkeeper and has been waiting for an opportunity to start for a long time.
Goalkeeper Cássio, who's a legend at the club, has been making several mistakes lately, and still hasn't lost his position, creating an uncomfortable situation in the squad.
It's reported that Carlos Miguel will leave if he receives offers. And while Fulham, West Ham and Monaco are all said to be interested in him, they could easily afford the signing because of his €4m release clause.
Now a couple of factors must be pointed out.
First that it's quite convenient that while Carlos Miguel puts pressure on Corinthians to play more, two Premier League clubs show up wanting him. We wonder whether Fulham and West Ham would actually be interested in a player who is a reserve in the Brazilian league. This wouldn't be the first time the Hammers are linked to Corinthians players this year, as Yuri Alberto and Wesley were also mentioned.
Then there's also the fact that Chico Garcia's video was recorded before last night's game, when Corinthians lost to Argentinos Juniors 1-0 with a goal for which Cássio could've done a lot better. After the match, the goalkeeper exploded, saying it's not all his fault, and even teased about leaving the club.
This situation may result in him being benched at the weekend, with Carlos Miguel given a chance, and it would be no surprise if all the rumours disappear once that happens.
For Fulham and West Ham, it may just be a case of being dragged into a Brazilian drama which has nothing to do with them.
http://sportwitness.co.uk/fulham-west-ham-dragged-brazilian-transfer-drama-said-keen-goalkeeper/
Fulham and West Ham United are now getting linked to Corinthians goalkeeper Carlos Miguel.
This information is brought by journalist Chico Garcia, who claims both sides are interested in the 25-year-old.
The main subject in this story is Carlos Miguel's intention to leave Corinthians, since he's their reserve goalkeeper and has been waiting for an opportunity to start for a long time.
Goalkeeper Cássio, who's a legend at the club, has been making several mistakes lately, and still hasn't lost his position, creating an uncomfortable situation in the squad.
It's reported that Carlos Miguel will leave if he receives offers. And while Fulham, West Ham and Monaco are all said to be interested in him, they could easily afford the signing because of his €4m release clause.
Now a couple of factors must be pointed out.
First that it's quite convenient that while Carlos Miguel puts pressure on Corinthians to play more, two Premier League clubs show up wanting him. We wonder whether Fulham and West Ham would actually be interested in a player who is a reserve in the Brazilian league. This wouldn't be the first time the Hammers are linked to Corinthians players this year, as Yuri Alberto and Wesley were also mentioned.
Then there's also the fact that Chico Garcia's video was recorded before last night's game, when Corinthians lost to Argentinos Juniors 1-0 with a goal for which Cássio could've done a lot better. After the match, the goalkeeper exploded, saying it's not all his fault, and even teased about leaving the club.
This situation may result in him being benched at the weekend, with Carlos Miguel given a chance, and it would be no surprise if all the rumours disappear once that happens.
For Fulham and West Ham, it may just be a case of being dragged into a Brazilian drama which has nothing to do with them.
http://sportwitness.co.uk/fulham-west-ham-dragged-brazilian-transfer-drama-said-keen-goalkeeper/
#97
Daily Fulham Stuff / Re: Thursday Fulham Stuff - 25...
Last post by WhiteJC - April 25, 2024, 12:13:18 AMWest Ham United considering Marco Silva swoop
West Ham United are reportedly considering Fulham manager Marco Silva as a potential replacement for David Moyes.
A report from Give Me Sport has claimed that West Ham United are looking to part ways with David Moyes at the end of the season, and they have identified Marco Silva as a potential target. It will be interesting to see if they decide to make a move for the Fulham manager in the coming months.
The Hammers have been linked with Ruben Amorim and Julen Lopetegui as well. West Ham have a quality squad, but they have been quite mediocre in the Premier League this season. Their performances will need to improve, and it is no surprise that the club hierarchy is looking at a different manager.
Moyes has done an impressive job at the club so far, and he helped them win the UEFA Europa Conference League last term. But the East London outfit will need to do well in the league as well.
The Hammers have the players to push for European qualification every season, and bringing in the right manager could take them to a whole new level. Silva could be tempted if the London club come calling at the end of the season. He has done an impressive job at Fulham, and a move to West Ham will be a slight upgrade.
Marco Silva could be tempted to join
Marco Silva has considerable experience of managing in the Premier League, and he could make an immediate impact at the East London club. West Ham have the finances to bring in quality players as well, and Silva will be able to fulfil his ambition with a move to West Ham.
It remains to be seen how the situation develops over the next few weeks. Fulham will not want to lose a quality manager like Silva, and they might be unwilling to sanction his departure this summer.
Amorim and Lopetegui could prove to be quality additions for West Ham as well. The Hammers have proven their quality at their respective clubs over the years, and they could be tempted to take over at the Premier League club if the right offer is presented.
https://thehardtackle.com/news/2024/04/24/west-ham-united-considering-marco-silva-swoop/
West Ham United are reportedly considering Fulham manager Marco Silva as a potential replacement for David Moyes.
A report from Give Me Sport has claimed that West Ham United are looking to part ways with David Moyes at the end of the season, and they have identified Marco Silva as a potential target. It will be interesting to see if they decide to make a move for the Fulham manager in the coming months.
The Hammers have been linked with Ruben Amorim and Julen Lopetegui as well. West Ham have a quality squad, but they have been quite mediocre in the Premier League this season. Their performances will need to improve, and it is no surprise that the club hierarchy is looking at a different manager.
Moyes has done an impressive job at the club so far, and he helped them win the UEFA Europa Conference League last term. But the East London outfit will need to do well in the league as well.
The Hammers have the players to push for European qualification every season, and bringing in the right manager could take them to a whole new level. Silva could be tempted if the London club come calling at the end of the season. He has done an impressive job at Fulham, and a move to West Ham will be a slight upgrade.
Marco Silva could be tempted to join
Marco Silva has considerable experience of managing in the Premier League, and he could make an immediate impact at the East London club. West Ham have the finances to bring in quality players as well, and Silva will be able to fulfil his ambition with a move to West Ham.
It remains to be seen how the situation develops over the next few weeks. Fulham will not want to lose a quality manager like Silva, and they might be unwilling to sanction his departure this summer.
Amorim and Lopetegui could prove to be quality additions for West Ham as well. The Hammers have proven their quality at their respective clubs over the years, and they could be tempted to take over at the Premier League club if the right offer is presented.
https://thehardtackle.com/news/2024/04/24/west-ham-united-considering-marco-silva-swoop/
#98
Daily Fulham Stuff / Re: Thursday Fulham Stuff - 25...
Last post by WhiteJC - April 25, 2024, 12:12:20 AMFulham submit more applications in a bid to complete long-running Riverside Stand project
Fulham FC's new Riverside stand may soon take another step towards completion as the Premier League club applies for a string of licences associated with the scheme.
Hammersmith and Fulham council will decide next week on requests for amenities including a new 13-bedroom hotel and a spa café to form part of the revamped Craven Cottage stand.
Once finished, the redevelopment will increase the Riverside stand's capacity to approximately 8,000 spectators, taking the total for the West London stadium to around 28,500.
It will also contain bars, restaurants and conference spaces, as well as facilities such as the hotel. A spokesman said areas will open up during the course of the 2024/25 season.
Images released earlier this year showed the rooftop swimming pool planned for the stadium's Sky Deck, believed to be a first among European teams.
Next week's licensing sub-committee meeting is due to decide on seven separate applications for the stand; the boutique hotel, the spa café, a members club, and for licences for four floors in the stand itself, from basement to second. These are to be operated for a range of purposes, including a restaurant and the Chairman's Suite.
Documents submitted ahead of the meeting detail how the hotel will sit in the northwest corner, and will include a penthouse suite and external terrace of the fourth floor.
A number of objections have been filed against the proposed licences, primarily due to the suggested opening hours and times at which alcohol can be served.
For some of the applications, such as the spa café, this is as early as 8am, with several running until 11pm or later. The hotel would operate 24/7, though would restrict alcohol to residents and 'bona fide guests' on the premises.
One objector wrote: "This is a football club, not a multipurpose arena. Sales of alcohol on such a scale would result in disruption to normally very tolerant neighbours, braying drinkers passing through our streets late at night and spoil residents' enjoyment of the river."
Another wrote they are generally supportive of the club, with fans normally arriving and leaving quickly. They added however that with the addition of alcohol venues, "this could be very different".
"Will these licensing hours only apply on match days or is the plan for facilities be open on non-match days to fans and /or the public longer term?"
In the latest update on the stand issued earlier this year, Shahid Khan, the Fulham chairman, said: "My vision for the New Riverside Stand was to provide our fans, and our neighbourhood, with a destination that would continue to honour our history and tradition at Craven Cottage every day of the year, but especially so on matchdays with a premium experience that will be unlike anything in football, here in London or elsewhere.
"In short, today isn't about finally being able to offer a higher standard of hospitality options that have essentially been unavailable to Fulham supporters until now. It's about offering the ultimate matchday hospitality experience in the world that will also benefit the long-term promise and future of Fulham Football Club. The New Riverside Stand at Craven Cottage will make it possible."
The redevelopment of the Riverside stand has been in the pipeline since 2013, with construction beginning in 2019 after Hammersmith and Fulham council approved planning permission. Craven Cottage has been the club's home ground since 1896.
https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/news/fulham-submit-more-applications-in-a-bid-to-complete-long-running-riverside-stand-project/
Fulham FC's new Riverside stand may soon take another step towards completion as the Premier League club applies for a string of licences associated with the scheme.
Hammersmith and Fulham council will decide next week on requests for amenities including a new 13-bedroom hotel and a spa café to form part of the revamped Craven Cottage stand.
Once finished, the redevelopment will increase the Riverside stand's capacity to approximately 8,000 spectators, taking the total for the West London stadium to around 28,500.
It will also contain bars, restaurants and conference spaces, as well as facilities such as the hotel. A spokesman said areas will open up during the course of the 2024/25 season.
Images released earlier this year showed the rooftop swimming pool planned for the stadium's Sky Deck, believed to be a first among European teams.
Next week's licensing sub-committee meeting is due to decide on seven separate applications for the stand; the boutique hotel, the spa café, a members club, and for licences for four floors in the stand itself, from basement to second. These are to be operated for a range of purposes, including a restaurant and the Chairman's Suite.
Documents submitted ahead of the meeting detail how the hotel will sit in the northwest corner, and will include a penthouse suite and external terrace of the fourth floor.
A number of objections have been filed against the proposed licences, primarily due to the suggested opening hours and times at which alcohol can be served.
For some of the applications, such as the spa café, this is as early as 8am, with several running until 11pm or later. The hotel would operate 24/7, though would restrict alcohol to residents and 'bona fide guests' on the premises.
One objector wrote: "This is a football club, not a multipurpose arena. Sales of alcohol on such a scale would result in disruption to normally very tolerant neighbours, braying drinkers passing through our streets late at night and spoil residents' enjoyment of the river."
Another wrote they are generally supportive of the club, with fans normally arriving and leaving quickly. They added however that with the addition of alcohol venues, "this could be very different".
"Will these licensing hours only apply on match days or is the plan for facilities be open on non-match days to fans and /or the public longer term?"
In the latest update on the stand issued earlier this year, Shahid Khan, the Fulham chairman, said: "My vision for the New Riverside Stand was to provide our fans, and our neighbourhood, with a destination that would continue to honour our history and tradition at Craven Cottage every day of the year, but especially so on matchdays with a premium experience that will be unlike anything in football, here in London or elsewhere.
"In short, today isn't about finally being able to offer a higher standard of hospitality options that have essentially been unavailable to Fulham supporters until now. It's about offering the ultimate matchday hospitality experience in the world that will also benefit the long-term promise and future of Fulham Football Club. The New Riverside Stand at Craven Cottage will make it possible."
The redevelopment of the Riverside stand has been in the pipeline since 2013, with construction beginning in 2019 after Hammersmith and Fulham council approved planning permission. Craven Cottage has been the club's home ground since 1896.
https://londonnewsonline.co.uk/news/fulham-submit-more-applications-in-a-bid-to-complete-long-running-riverside-stand-project/
#99
Daily Fulham Stuff / Re: Thursday Fulham Stuff - 25...
Last post by WhiteJC - April 25, 2024, 12:10:21 AMPremier League club plans for hotel in stands with penthouse suite
Some residents have objected to the proposed licences due to concerns about the increased sale of alcohol
 Fulham FC's new Riverside stand may soon take another step towards completion as the Premier League club applies for a string of licences associated with the scheme. Hammersmith and Fulham Council is next week (April 30) to decide on requests for amenities including a new 13-bedroom hotel and a spa café to form part of the revamped Craven Cottage stand.
Once finished, the redevelopment will increase the Riverside stand's capacity to approximately 8,000 spectators, taking the total for the West London stadium to around 28,500. It will also contain bars, restaurants and conference spaces, as well as facilities such as the hotel. A spokesperson said areas will open up during the course of the 2024/25 season.
Images released earlier this year showed the rooftop swimming pool planned for the stadium's Sky Deck, believed to be a first among European teams.
Next week's Licensing Sub-Committee meeting is due to decide on seven separate applications for the stand; the boutique hotel, the spa café, a members club, and for licences for four floors in the stand itself, from basement to second. These are to be operated for a range of purposes, including a restaurant and the Chairman's Suite.
Documents submitted ahead of the meeting detail how the hotel will sit in the northwest corner, and will include a penthouse suite and external terrace of the fourth floor.
A number of objections have been filed against the proposed licences, primarily due to the suggested opening hours and times at which alcohol can be served. For some of the applications, such as the spa café, this is as early as 8am, with several running until 11.00pm or later. The hotel would operate 24/7, though would restrict alcohol to residents and 'bona fide guests' on the premises.
One objector wrote: "This is a football club, not a multipurpose arena. Sales of alcohol on such a scale (so many applications) would result in disruption to normally very tolerant neighbours, braying drinkers passing through our streets late at night and spoil residents' enjoyment of the river."
Another wrote they are generally supportive of the club, with fans normally arriving and leaving quickly. They added however that with the addition of alcohol venues, "this could be very different".
"Will these licensing hours only apply on match days or is the plan for facilities be open on non-match days to fans and /or the public longer term?"
In the latest update on the stand issued earlier this year, Shahid Khan, Fulham Chairman, said: "My vision for the New Riverside Stand was to provide our fans, and our neighbourhood, with a destination that would continue to honour our history and tradition at Craven Cottage every day of the year, but especially so on matchdays with a premium experience that will be unlike anything in football, here in London or elsewhere.
"In short, today isn't about finally being able to offer a higher standard of hospitality options that have essentially been unavailable to Fulham supporters until now. It's about offering the ultimate matchday hospitality experience in the world that will also benefit the long-term promise and future of Fulham Football Club. The New Riverside Stand at Craven Cottage will make it possible."
The redevelopment of the Riverside stand has been in the pipeline since 2013, with construction beginning in 2019 after Hammersmith and Fulham Council approved planning permission. Craven Cottage has been the club's home ground since 1896.
https://www.mylondon.news/news/west-london-news/fulham-football-riverside-stand-licences-29046046
Some residents have objected to the proposed licences due to concerns about the increased sale of alcohol
 Fulham FC's new Riverside stand may soon take another step towards completion as the Premier League club applies for a string of licences associated with the scheme. Hammersmith and Fulham Council is next week (April 30) to decide on requests for amenities including a new 13-bedroom hotel and a spa café to form part of the revamped Craven Cottage stand.
Once finished, the redevelopment will increase the Riverside stand's capacity to approximately 8,000 spectators, taking the total for the West London stadium to around 28,500. It will also contain bars, restaurants and conference spaces, as well as facilities such as the hotel. A spokesperson said areas will open up during the course of the 2024/25 season.
Images released earlier this year showed the rooftop swimming pool planned for the stadium's Sky Deck, believed to be a first among European teams.
Next week's Licensing Sub-Committee meeting is due to decide on seven separate applications for the stand; the boutique hotel, the spa café, a members club, and for licences for four floors in the stand itself, from basement to second. These are to be operated for a range of purposes, including a restaurant and the Chairman's Suite.
Documents submitted ahead of the meeting detail how the hotel will sit in the northwest corner, and will include a penthouse suite and external terrace of the fourth floor.
A number of objections have been filed against the proposed licences, primarily due to the suggested opening hours and times at which alcohol can be served. For some of the applications, such as the spa café, this is as early as 8am, with several running until 11.00pm or later. The hotel would operate 24/7, though would restrict alcohol to residents and 'bona fide guests' on the premises.
One objector wrote: "This is a football club, not a multipurpose arena. Sales of alcohol on such a scale (so many applications) would result in disruption to normally very tolerant neighbours, braying drinkers passing through our streets late at night and spoil residents' enjoyment of the river."
Another wrote they are generally supportive of the club, with fans normally arriving and leaving quickly. They added however that with the addition of alcohol venues, "this could be very different".
"Will these licensing hours only apply on match days or is the plan for facilities be open on non-match days to fans and /or the public longer term?"
In the latest update on the stand issued earlier this year, Shahid Khan, Fulham Chairman, said: "My vision for the New Riverside Stand was to provide our fans, and our neighbourhood, with a destination that would continue to honour our history and tradition at Craven Cottage every day of the year, but especially so on matchdays with a premium experience that will be unlike anything in football, here in London or elsewhere.
"In short, today isn't about finally being able to offer a higher standard of hospitality options that have essentially been unavailable to Fulham supporters until now. It's about offering the ultimate matchday hospitality experience in the world that will also benefit the long-term promise and future of Fulham Football Club. The New Riverside Stand at Craven Cottage will make it possible."
The redevelopment of the Riverside stand has been in the pipeline since 2013, with construction beginning in 2019 after Hammersmith and Fulham Council approved planning permission. Craven Cottage has been the club's home ground since 1896.
https://www.mylondon.news/news/west-london-news/fulham-football-riverside-stand-licences-29046046
#100
Daily Fulham Stuff / Re: Thursday Fulham Stuff - 25...
Last post by WhiteJC - April 25, 2024, 12:08:56 AMWhat Marco Silva has already said about VAR after Fulham vs Crystal Palace decision
VAR controversy is sure to be a talking topic at Craven Cottage this weekend with Stuart Attwell in charge of the fixture.
Fulham host Crystal Palace at Craven Cottage this weekend in a Premier League meeting sure to attract attention for its refereeing appointment just as much as the football on display from the two London rivals.
The VAR official at the centre of fallout from Nottingham Forest's meeting with Everton last weekend, Stuart Attwell, will referee the meeting between the Cottagers and the Eagles. Forest questioned Attwell's integrity after the relegation-threatened side weren't awarded a series of penalty claims.
Nottingham Forest slammed refereeing decisions on Sunday and took issue with Attwell 'being a Luton fan' as the club felt three penalty decisions were wrongly missed. Forest have called for PGMOL to release the audio from the VAR discussions that led to those decisions.
The club's post on X, formerly Twitter, read: '"Three extremely poor decisions - three penalties not given - which we simply cannot accept. We warned the PGMOL that the VAR is a Luton fan before the game but they didn't change him. Our patience has been tested multiple times. NFFC will now consider its options."
With the man at the centre of the latest VAR debate to take charge at Fulham this weekend, LondonWorld looks at what Marco Silva has already said about VAR this season.
The Fulham boss has taken issue with VAR calls several times this season, with one of the first coming in the September meeting with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium in September. The Champions won that match 5-1 but took the lead with their second goal through a Nathan Ake header on the stroke of half time, which was shrouded with controversy.
Fulham argued that City defender Manuel Akanji had interfered with the ball and was in an offside position but a VAR review refused to overturn the goal. Silva said: "The second half was not at the level that it should be. I tried to tell the players not to lose focus from things that we cannot control but, of course, that moment made a huge impact on them.
"Even all the explanations that we listened to during that period didn't make sense at all. What I can say? Everyone that plays football, everyone that has played football, everyone that has some knowledge about football - I'm 100 per cent sure - has to disallow that goal.
"Everyone has to be furious if a goal like that comes against you. For the linesman I believe that it can be difficult but, for the VAR, it is impossible not to disallow that goal. It is a clear offside."
Indeed, former Premier League referee Mike Dean agreed with Silva admitting it was '1,000 per cent offside' as he criticised the VAR inaction. Fulham were left frustrated by the video referee again in December when playing Newcastle United with Raul Jimenez red-carded in that fixture.
Speaking after the match, a furious Silva said: "Until the 21st minute, all the moments, the referee didn't give us one foul. For Newcastle, it was a free kick every time. This is the best example of a referee who doesn't have the experience to handle the pressure. Any doubt, any foul, he didn't give one. Even the elbow in the face of Raul.
"He jumped into the player but you don't see something serious, something wrong with the other player. A yellow is right.
"VAR is trying to find all these moments to give. To justify their job? I don't know. It's clear he [Jimenez] lost the momentum. He should have done it in a different way.
"To go for a red card feels really strange. It was a strange afternoon for the referee. I went to speak with him but he almost ran to the dressing room. It's what we're facing right now."
Come January, Silva was charged by the FA for those comments with the footballing body deciding that the comments were 'improper conduct' and 'that they imply bias and/or question the integrity of and/or are insulting towards the match official and/or bring the game into disrepute'.
Salt was rubbed into Silva's wounds weeks later when Chelsea defender Malo Gusto wasn't sent off for a challenge on Willian in the first half of the meeting at Stamford Bridge. The Cottagers eventually lost that fixture 1-0 against their West London rivals.
Silva said: "The mistake from the VAR in my opinion, in our opinion ... you understand the conversation I had with the fourth official. It's a clear red card in that situation.
"It's difficult for Anthony Taylor to see if it's a red card or not – he decided yellow card and we have to be fair for him because in the moment it's really quick for him to see that it was such a dangerous tackle from Malo Gusto.
"But after that has to come the decision from the VAR to overturn the decision. So far in the Premier League, in 10 moments nine are red cards and this afternoon wasn't – it was a mistake from the VAR. It would have had a huge impact on the game. The game is going to be completely different."
https://www.londonworld.com/sport/football/fulham/what-marco-silva-has-already-said-about-var-after-fulham-vs-crystal-palace-decision-4603303
VAR controversy is sure to be a talking topic at Craven Cottage this weekend with Stuart Attwell in charge of the fixture.
Fulham host Crystal Palace at Craven Cottage this weekend in a Premier League meeting sure to attract attention for its refereeing appointment just as much as the football on display from the two London rivals.
The VAR official at the centre of fallout from Nottingham Forest's meeting with Everton last weekend, Stuart Attwell, will referee the meeting between the Cottagers and the Eagles. Forest questioned Attwell's integrity after the relegation-threatened side weren't awarded a series of penalty claims.
Nottingham Forest slammed refereeing decisions on Sunday and took issue with Attwell 'being a Luton fan' as the club felt three penalty decisions were wrongly missed. Forest have called for PGMOL to release the audio from the VAR discussions that led to those decisions.
The club's post on X, formerly Twitter, read: '"Three extremely poor decisions - three penalties not given - which we simply cannot accept. We warned the PGMOL that the VAR is a Luton fan before the game but they didn't change him. Our patience has been tested multiple times. NFFC will now consider its options."
With the man at the centre of the latest VAR debate to take charge at Fulham this weekend, LondonWorld looks at what Marco Silva has already said about VAR this season.
The Fulham boss has taken issue with VAR calls several times this season, with one of the first coming in the September meeting with Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium in September. The Champions won that match 5-1 but took the lead with their second goal through a Nathan Ake header on the stroke of half time, which was shrouded with controversy.
Fulham argued that City defender Manuel Akanji had interfered with the ball and was in an offside position but a VAR review refused to overturn the goal. Silva said: "The second half was not at the level that it should be. I tried to tell the players not to lose focus from things that we cannot control but, of course, that moment made a huge impact on them.
"Even all the explanations that we listened to during that period didn't make sense at all. What I can say? Everyone that plays football, everyone that has played football, everyone that has some knowledge about football - I'm 100 per cent sure - has to disallow that goal.
"Everyone has to be furious if a goal like that comes against you. For the linesman I believe that it can be difficult but, for the VAR, it is impossible not to disallow that goal. It is a clear offside."
Indeed, former Premier League referee Mike Dean agreed with Silva admitting it was '1,000 per cent offside' as he criticised the VAR inaction. Fulham were left frustrated by the video referee again in December when playing Newcastle United with Raul Jimenez red-carded in that fixture.
Speaking after the match, a furious Silva said: "Until the 21st minute, all the moments, the referee didn't give us one foul. For Newcastle, it was a free kick every time. This is the best example of a referee who doesn't have the experience to handle the pressure. Any doubt, any foul, he didn't give one. Even the elbow in the face of Raul.
"He jumped into the player but you don't see something serious, something wrong with the other player. A yellow is right.
"VAR is trying to find all these moments to give. To justify their job? I don't know. It's clear he [Jimenez] lost the momentum. He should have done it in a different way.
"To go for a red card feels really strange. It was a strange afternoon for the referee. I went to speak with him but he almost ran to the dressing room. It's what we're facing right now."
Come January, Silva was charged by the FA for those comments with the footballing body deciding that the comments were 'improper conduct' and 'that they imply bias and/or question the integrity of and/or are insulting towards the match official and/or bring the game into disrepute'.
Salt was rubbed into Silva's wounds weeks later when Chelsea defender Malo Gusto wasn't sent off for a challenge on Willian in the first half of the meeting at Stamford Bridge. The Cottagers eventually lost that fixture 1-0 against their West London rivals.
Silva said: "The mistake from the VAR in my opinion, in our opinion ... you understand the conversation I had with the fourth official. It's a clear red card in that situation.
"It's difficult for Anthony Taylor to see if it's a red card or not – he decided yellow card and we have to be fair for him because in the moment it's really quick for him to see that it was such a dangerous tackle from Malo Gusto.
"But after that has to come the decision from the VAR to overturn the decision. So far in the Premier League, in 10 moments nine are red cards and this afternoon wasn't – it was a mistake from the VAR. It would have had a huge impact on the game. The game is going to be completely different."
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