Silva: Fulham Deserved to Win, Must Improve on Goal-Scoring Skills to Return to Form

Fulham manager Marco Silva shared his insights on the recent narrow loss in an interview with BBC Match of the Day. Although he expressed disappointment with the result, he emphasized that Fulham Football Club was the team that deserved to win the match.

In the first half, Silva noted a lack of finishing in their attacks despite creating enough chances to secure a victory. He praised his team’s ability to pressure Newcastle and control the game, preventing their opponents from building momentum.

Silva highlighted the need for clinical finishing and acknowledged that Newcastle’s offensive transitions in the second half caused problems for Fulham. He pointed out a defensive lapse that led to Newcastle’s goal, resulting in a more balanced second half.

Despite the defeat, Silva urged his team to focus on the positives from the match and learn from the experience. He acknowledged that maintaining momentum after an international break can be challenging and emphasized the importance of hard work to return to their previous form.

Silva recognized that football is ultimately about scoring goals and that missed opportunities can make the game more unpredictable. He reiterated the team’s commitment to improve and bounce back from this defeat.

Overall, Silva emphasized that even though they didn’t win this time around, it was important for them to keep pushing forward and learning from their mistakes as they continue their journey towards success in the Premier League.