Fulham Players Shine on International Duty

The international break saw several Fulham players making headlines with impressive performances across the globe, headlined by Harry Wilson, who was named Man of the Match in Wales’ 2-1 victory over Montenegro.

Wilson’s Early Impact for Wales

In torrential rain, Harry Wilson wasted no time in helping Wales seize control, providing an assist within the first minute. A defensive error from Montenegro saw Wilson’s shot rebound into the path of Kieffer Moore, who made no mistake in finishing from close range. But Wilson wasn’t done. Just minutes later, he doubled Wales’ lead with a stunning strike from 25 yards, arrowing his shot into the top corner.

Wales held on despite a second-half goal from Driton Camaj, securing four points from two Nations League matches. Wilson’s contributions, including his spectacular goal, earned him the Man of the Match award.

Lukić and Andersen Battle in Copenhagen

Elsewhere in the Nations League, Joachim Andersen and Saša Lukić went head-to-head as Denmark defeated Serbia 2-0 in Copenhagen. Andersen was solid at the back, contributing to his team’s clean sheet and helping Denmark maintain their strong defensive form following their 2-0 win against Switzerland the previous week.

For Lukić, it marked his 50th appearance for Serbia, though he couldn’t find a way past the resolute Danish defense. Serbia will be looking to bounce back after the defeat, with Lukić expected to play a key role moving forward.

Berge’s Full 90 and Haaland’s Late Winner

Fulham’s Sander Berge played the entire match in Norway’s 2-1 win over Austria. Norway took the lead early through Felix Horn Myhre, and after Marcel Sabitzer equalized for Austria, it was none other than Erling Haaland who struck the decisive goal with just 10 minutes remaining. Berge was instrumental in controlling the midfield throughout the match, contributing to Norway’s positive start to their Nations League campaign.

Castagne’s Tough Test Against France

It wasn’t the best night for Timothy Castagne, who was part of a Belgium side that lost 2-0 to France in Lyon. Despite putting in a solid defensive performance for 83 minutes, goals from Randal Kolo Muani and Ousmane Dembele saw Belgium fall to their second consecutive defeat against the French, repeating their loss from the summer’s European Championship.

Nigerian Duo Help Super Eagles Soar

In Africa, both Calvin Bassey and Alex Iwobi played over an hour in Nigeria’s 3-0 win over Benin in African Cup of Nations Qualifying. The comfortable victory sets Nigeria on the right path in their qualification campaign, with Bassey and Iwobi playing key roles in the Super Eagles’ defensive and attacking efforts, respectively.

Youth Talent on Display: Pajaziti Stars for Albania U21

In youth action, Fulham’s Adrion Pajaziti stole the spotlight for Albania Under-21s, scoring twice in a crucial 2-1 win over Switzerland. Pajaziti’s goals were instrumental in bringing Albania closer to the top of their U21 Euros Qualifying group, showing his potential as a future star for club and country.

Additionally, Josh King and Samuel Amissah represented England U18s at the Lafarge Tournament, helping the Young Lions secure second place with draws against Portugal, Switzerland, and France. King captained the side for two matches, while Amissah impressed in both starts.

This international break showcased Fulham’s depth of talent across various levels, with standout performances from key players like Harry Wilson and emerging youth stars like Adrion Pajaziti. With the spotlight now shifting back to club football, Fulham will benefit from the confidence and momentum their players gained on the international stage.