The Fulham vs. Manchester City match was one of the highest-scoring in Premier League history
Steven Perez
Dailysports's expert
The Matchweek 14 Premier League clash between Fulham and Manchester City turned into a true goal fest.
Details: The Fulham vs. Manchester City encounter ended 4-5, making it one of the most prolific games in Premier League history—only six matches have ever featured more goals.
Manchester City looked to be cruising towards a resounding victory. Pep Guardiola's side raced to a 5-1 lead, thanks to a clinical finish from Erling Haaland, a goal by Tijjani Reijnders, a brace from Phil Foden, and an own goal by Sander Berge.
But Fulham refused to give in, launching a furious fightback. Alex Iwobi pulled one back, before Samuel Chukwueze struck twice to make it 4-5. The Londoners fell just short of a sensational comeback and snatching a dramatic draw.
This match nearly breaks into the all-time Premier League top five for most goals in a single game.
The highest-scoring matches in Premier League history are as follows:
- Portsmouth 7–4 Reading – 29 September 2007.
- Tottenham 6–4 Reading – December 2007.
- Tottenham 9–1 Wigan Athletic – November 2009.
- Manchester United 8–2 Arsenal – August 2011.
- Arsenal 7–3 Newcastle United – December 2012.
With this victory, Manchester City are now just two points behind league leaders Arsenal, while Fulham remain in 15th place.
Reminder: Manchester City striker Erling Haaland became the fastest player to score 100 goals in the Premier League.