The wing play remains a sticking point for Sunderland 12 games into the season. Despite the consistent lineup with Enzo Le Fee and Bertrand Traore flanking Isidor, there remains an overall lack of fluidity and effectiveness from the wings.

From the lack of shots to the abysmal weather, this was arguably Sunderland's poorest game since their return to the Premier League. Sunderland had just four attempts in the match, their fewest in a Premier League game since January 2017, and would have barely deserved a point.

A crucial assist from Super Eagles winger Samuel Chukwueze gives Fulham a narrow win over Sunderland as Marco Silva hails his creativity and influence.

Marco Silva said his side were the deserved winners against Sunderland and praised the way they managed the set-piece threat from the Black Cats. Fulham scored a late winner through Raul Jimenez to take all three points at Craven Cottage, but had created the better chances throughout the contest.

Marco Silva makes just one change to the Fulham side beaten 2-0 at Everton before the international break, with teenager Josh King replacing the suspended Sasa Lukic in midfield. Fulham XI: Leno; Tete,

The Premier League has gone all 1990s — an era where Fulham weren’t in it — and they are struggling to compete

Sunderland will visit Craven Cottage for the 12th Premier League Matchday, where they will try to cement their place in the UEFA Champions League spots against

This is a huge game for Fulham, who have lost five of their past six matches. They have got lots of quality in their squad but it still feels like they could be sucked into a relegation battle. As for Sunderland, well they are the surprise package of the Premier League season so far.