Fulham: September 2008 - news archive

Hodgson defends his playmaker

FulhamRoy Hodgson has defended Jimmy Bullard after press criticism for the midfielder, with the Fulham boss insisting he is not to blame.

Cottagers ace looks to lift morale

FulhamJohn Pantsil has promised Fulham fans that the players will lift their spirits over the coming weeks after recently letting them down.

Hodgson confesses to concern

FulhamFulham manager Roy Hodgson has admitted his misfiring strikers are causing him some concern.

Dempsey drops future hint

FulhamOut-of-favour striker Clint Dempsey has admitted he is finding it hard convincing Roy Hodgson he is worthy of a start at Fulham.

Hodgson ponders Johnson appeal

FulhamRoy Hodgson has confirmed Fulham may appeal against the red card shown to Andrew Johnson by referee Andre Marriner.

Fulham 1-2 West Ham United

Carlton Cole and Matthew Etherington goals saw West Ham claim their first away win of the season against 10-man Fulham.

Nigerian ace feels at home at the Cottage

FulhamMidfielder Dickson Etuhu says he has settled in well at Fulham since joining a month ago because he feels like he is 'back home'.

Cottagers ace wants to build up partnership

FulhamAndrew Johnson is hoping Fulham boss Roy Hodgson opts to pair him and Bobby Zamora in attack for Saturday's clash with West Ham.

AJ eyes goal rush

FulhamFulham striker Andrew Johnson admits there is plenty more to come from him after failing to break his duck in three games.

Fulham Cook-ing up deal

FulhamFulham are reportedly holding out for £1.7m for Lee Cook who is desperate to turn his loan at QPR into a permanent deal.

Italian factor excites captain

FulhamFulham captain Danny Murphy is already looking to Saturday's London derby and believes West Ham will be tougher under Gianfranco Zola.

Winger looking for exit

FulhamLee Cook admits he considers himself a QPR player again and expects to be at Loftus Road for the next three-and-a-half years.

Cook eyes permanent exit

FulhamFulham winger Lee Cook has revealed he hopes to seal a permanent move to Queens Park Rangers in January.

Bullard blow for Hodgson

FulhamMidfielder Jimmy Bullard is a major doubt for Fulham's Carling Cup tie with Burnley after picking up a knock against Blackburn.

Blackburn Rovers 1-0 Fulham

Substitute Matt Derbyshire scored a late winner for Blackburn as Fulham continue their poor away form this season.

Hodgson hails Ince

FulhamFulham manager Roy Hodgson has said he marked out Blackburn manager Paul Ince as a manager during their time together at Inter Milan.

Hamburg track Fulham midfielder

FulhamHamburg are believed to be interested in signing Fulham midfielder Leon Andreasen and could make a formal offer in January.

Away days vital for Hughes

FulhamFulham defender Aaron Hughes has called on his teammates to reproduce their away form at the end of last season.

Gera eyes goal rush

FulhamSummer signing Zoltan Gera has vowed to try to score the goals to ensure Fulham are not fighting another relegation battle this season.

Cottagers ace hails fan power

FulhamDefender John Paintsil claims Fulham's supporters have played an influential part in the club's good start to the new season.

Gera dismisses Cottagers drop fears

FulhamZoltan Gera is confident that Fulham will not be embroiled in a relegation battle this season, while he now feels settled at the club.

Hodgson sets Cottagers target

FulhamRoy Hodgson insists Fulham's main target remains Premier League safety this season, despite their good start to the season.

You 'ain't seen nothing yet - Hodgson

FulhamRoy Hodgson says the Fulham fans can expect more from summer signing Andy Johnson, following his impressive debut.

Dowie praise for AJ

FulhamQPR coach Iain Dowie has challenged Dexter Blackstock to build on his start to the season after comparing him to Fulham's Andy Johnson.

Hodgson reveals Al Fayed plea

FulhamFulham boss Roy Hodgson admits he had to persuade Mohamed Al Fayed to splash out during the summer after three seasons of struggle.

Fulham 2-1 Bolton Wanderers

Fulham picked up a second consecutive win as they cruised to victory in a one-sided clash against Bolton at Craven Cottage

Fulham boosted by weakened Trotters

FulhamFollowing a shock victory over Arsenal, Fulham aim to make it two victories in a row when they face Bolton this weekend.

Johnson goes for century

FulhamRecord signing Andy Johnson faces a tough task in getting his 100th career League goal against Bolton, says teammate Aaron Hughes.

Fergie captures defender

FulhamCottagers central defender Gabriel Zakuani has completed a three-month loan switch to Peterborough United.

Hughes makes Northern Ireland claim

FulhamFulham's Aaron Hughes says Northern Ireland will be in with a chance of World Cup qualification if they lose to the Czech Republic.

Cottagers ace in loan exit link

FulhamSwansea City are being linked with a loan swoop for Fulham's highly-rated young goalkeeper David Stockdale.

Pantsil targets three points

FulhamFulham defender John Pantsil has hailed the Fulham fans and hopes to repay them with three points on Saturday.

Rams chief raves over Jimmy

FulhamFulham midfielder Jimmy Bullard has been described as a fantastic role model for young footballers by Derby boss Paul Jewell.

Hodgson the key to Cottage move - Gray

FulhamJulian Gray has admitted that boss Roy Hodgson was the main reason why he opted to join Fulham from Coventry on deadline day.

Boss reflects on Cottagers options

FulhamRoy Hodgson is pleased he has assembled a well-balanced, small squad at Fulham and insists it's one he believes in.

Striker surprised by Fulham move

FulhamFulham new boy Julian Gray has admitted his loan move to Craven Cottage came as 'completely out of the blue'.

Gray eyes AJ link-up

FulhamFulham new boy Julian Gray is looking forward to rekindling his partnership with Andy Johnson after sealing a season-long loan switch.

No Gray day for Cookie

FulhamCoventry boss Chris Coleman has wished Julian Gray the best of luck after allowing the winger to join Fulham on loan.

Cottagers star forced to hang up boots

FulhamFulham goalkeeper Antti Niemi has been forced to hang up his boots after failing to recover from a long-term wrist injury.

Bullard ready to get decorated

FulhamMidfielder Jimmy Bullard has paid tribute to his American knee specialist as he prepares to make his England debut this weekend.

Midfielder ready for Russian move

FulhamMidfielder Alexei Smertin is aiming to revive his career by returning home to Russia after being released by Fulham this week.

Jimmy won't be fazed - Fulham coach

FulhamRay Lewington feels Jimmy Bullard will no be overawed by his arrival in the England camp and will fit in well with the regulars.

Hodgson has deadline clearout

FulhamFour players left Fulham on deadline day with Collins John, Eddie Johnson, Alexei Smertin and Gabriel Zakuani moving out.

Fulham swoop for Gray

FulhamFulham have signed Julian Gray on loan from Coventry but have also terminated the contract of Alexei Smertin.

Duo in late Cottagers exit talk

FulhamSeol Ki-Hyeon and Alexei Smertin are both expected to leave Fulham for Hull and Cardiff respectively before the transfer deadline.

Jimmy revels in Capello call

FulhamJimmy Bullard said he is 'excited' after being called up to the England squad for the World Cup qualifiers against Andorra and Croatia.