Two defeats, at Craven Cottage, in the space of a matter of days have dampened the anticipation levels that had built up after a run of three successive victories.
On Saturday, Fulham were beaten, at home, in the Championship by Nottingham Forest and, last night, they were knocked out of the Carabao Cup by the Premier League side, Southampton.
But should we be that concerned?
My belief is NO!
Nottingham Forest, as they proved last night by beating Derby County, in the Carabao Cup, are a decent side.
Southampton, a Premier League side, arrived at Craven Cottage with their boss, Ralph Hasenhuttl having already stated that he was going to field a strong side as he wanted the club to do well I the domestic cup competitions, something the supporters of the south coast side would surely appreciate.
As it turned out, the eleven selected by Scott Parker did the club proud and, on another night, the result could have been different.
Instead, it was the name of Southampton that goes into the draw for the third-round courtesy of a goal from Michael Obafemi.
As for Fulham, it’s time to pick ourselves up and concentrate on the forthcoming Championship fixture, away to Cardiff City, this Friday evening and make sure two defeats on the bounce doesn’t become three.
COYW’s
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