Danny Ings scores late equaliser for West Ham at Fulham
- Danny Ings came off the bench to score a late equaliser for West Ham in the 95th minute, securing a 1-1 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage.
- Fulham had dominated the match early on, with West Ham struggling to create chances and showing a lack of dynamism in their midfield.
- Ings' late goal highlighted his importance to the team and prevented West Ham from suffering a defeat, showcasing his ability to find space in crucial moments.
West Ham faced Fulham at Craven Cottage, where the home side initially took control of the match. Fulham's creativity put West Ham on the back foot, and they were unable to capitalize on their chances, with a notable penalty appeal dismissed by the referee. West Ham's midfield lacked energy and invention, leading to a disappointing first half for the visitors. Changes were made at halftime, with Lucas Paquetá and Crysencio Summerville introduced to improve West Ham's performance. As the second half progressed, West Ham began to create opportunities, but Fulham's defense, led by Calvin Bassey and Joachim Andersen, held firm. Despite West Ham's increased pressure, Fulham continued to threaten on the counter-attack, with Adama Traoré coming close to scoring. The match seemed destined to end in a Fulham victory as time ran out, and the home side appeared to have done enough to secure all three points. However, in a dramatic turn of events, West Ham made a final push in the dying moments of the match. With just seconds remaining, Ings was brought on and played a pivotal role in the attack. He received a pass from Jarrod Bowen and calmly finished past Fulham's goalkeeper, Bernd Leno, to level the score. Ings' late equaliser not only salvaged a point for West Ham but also underscored his value to the team. His ability to find space in the penalty area proved crucial, and the result left Fulham disappointed after a strong performance, while West Ham celebrated the resilience shown in securing a draw.