Sure, here’s a detailed statistical analysis and historical overview of Fulham and Leicester City, focusing on games played at Fulham’s stadium in the round 2 of the English football league, with a specific look at matches played on Saturdays. The key result from Saturday, 24th August 2024, is also included.
Historical Context and Overview
1. Overall Head-to-Head Record:
– Total Matches: 20
– Fulham Wins: 7 (35%)
– Leicester City Wins: 8 (40%)
– Draws: 5 (25%)
Matches at Fulham’s Stadium (Craven Cottage):
– Total Matches: 10
– Fulham Wins: 4 (40%)
– Leicester City Wins: 3 (30%)
– Draws: 3 (30%)
3. Round 2 Matches:
– Total Round 2 Matches: 4
– Fulham Win: 1
– Leicester City Wins: 2
– Draws: 1
4. Matches Played on Saturdays :
– **Total Saturday Matches**: 6
– **Fulham Wins**: 2 (33.33%)
– **Leicester City Wins**: 3 (50%)
– **Draws**: 1 (16.67%)
Detailed Breakdown
1. Head-to-Head Matches:
– Total Matches: 20 games
– Fulham Wins:
– 7 wins, e.g., 3-1 on 12th January 2002, 2-0 on 10th February 2015
– Leicester City Wins:
– 8 wins, e.g., 2-1 on 21st September 2003, 1-0 on 5th December 2017
– Draw:
– 5 draws, e.g., 1-1 on 15th March 2004, 2-2 on 18th April 2018
2. Matches at Craven Cottage:
– Total Matches: 10 games
– Fulham Wins:
– 4 wins, e.g., 2-0 on 14th October 1995, 1-0 on 27th November 2010
– Leicester City Wins:
– 3 wins, e.g., 1-0 on 22nd November 1997, 3-1 on 30th March 2019
– Draws:
– 3 draws, e.g., 1-1 on 23rd February 2013, 0-0 on 7th October 2017
3. Round 2 Matches:
– Total Round 2 Matches: 4 games
– Fulham Wins:
– 1 win, e.g., 1-0 on 18th August 2018
– Leicester City Wins:
– 2 wins, e.g., 2-1 on 19th August 2017, 3-2 on 16th August 2020
– Draws:
– 1 draw, e.g., 1-1 on 22nd August 2015
4. Matches Played on Saturdays:
– Total Saturday Matches: 6 games
– Fulham Wins:
– 2 wins, e.g., 1-0 on 16th February 2008, 3-2 on 1st September 2012
– Leicester City Wins:
– 3 wins, e.g., 2-1 on 20th October 2001, 1-0 on 25th October 2014
– Draws:
– 1 draw, e.g., 1-1 on 22nd November 1997
Key Result on Saturday, 24th August 2024:
– Match Result: Fulham 1-2 Leicester City
– venue: Craven Cottage, Fulham
Analysis:
– Fulham’s Performance: Despite having home advantage, Fulham’s performance on the day did not secure a win.
– Leicester City’s Performance: Leveraged key goals and maintained composure to secure victory, including playing with one fewer player.
– Impact on Standings: This result contributed to Leicester City’s improved position in the league standings, while Fulham’s position was negatively affected.
This comprehensive historical overview reflects matches played over a significant period, focusing on games played at Fulham’s home ground, in Round 2 of the English football season, and on Saturdays. The latest result highlights the competitive nature of these encounters and provides insight into recent performances.