Harry Wilson fires Fulham ahead against Tottenham despite foul claims

Harry Wilson has given Fulham an early lead against Tottenham Hotspur, firing home in the seventh minute despite protests over a potential foul in the build-up.

The Welsh winger capitalised on a loose ball inside the penalty area to rifle a finish past Guglielmo Vicario.

However, the goal was shrouded in immediate controversy following a physical challenge involving Raul Jimenez and Radu Dragusin.

Spurs protest Jimenez shove

Tottenham defenders were incensed, claiming the Mexican striker had shoved Dragusin in the back to create the opening for his teammate.

Dragusin, stepping into the backline, appeared to be caught off balance by the physicality of the veteran forward before the ball broke kindly for the hosts.

Video Assistant Referee officials reviewed the incident but deemed the contact insufficient to overturn the on-field decision.

A blow for Postecoglou

It comes as a frustrating blow for Ange Postecoglou’s side, who found themselves trailing before settling into the rhythm of this London derby.

For the Cottagers, the strike provided the perfect start in front of an expectant home crowd at Craven Cottage.

Once the space opened up, former Liverpool man Wilson showed no hesitation in dispatching his effort with clinical precision into the corner of the net.