EPL: Bassey Gutted Over Fulham Loss To Chelsea

By Saheed Afolabi

Nigeria defender, Calvin Bassey is disappointed over Fulham 3-2 loss to Chelsea in the English Premier League (EPL) on Monday night.

The Blues handed the Cottagers their first loss of the season in front of their home ground despite the late fightback from the home team in the London derby.

Bassey who captained his side against Chelsea, insisists Fulham were unlucky despite having a good performance while he shifts focus to other matches.

“Good fight, unlucky we couldn’t take it back. We carry on building. Thanks for the support,” he wrote on Instagram.

In just 32 seconds and what may appear as the fastest goal of the season contender, Joao Pedro raced through on goal to give Chelsea the lead.

Joshua King brought Fulham back on level terms in the 23rd minute with an emphatic finish.

Morgan Rogers restored Chelsea lead from a comfortable position in the 41st finish while the Visitors took the lead to the break.

In the 49th minute, Cole Palmer extended the Blues lead with a trademark finish.

The Cottagers refused to back down as Gonzalo Garcia reduced the goal deficit to 3-2 in the 54th minute.

Despite Fulham push to get the equalizer, Chelsea stood their ground to get their first win of the season.