The Super Eagles defender says Fulham deserved more from the trip to Villa Park, after Zion Suzuki’s own goal cancelled out Nicolas Jackson’s first half strike.
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Super Eagles defender Calvin Bassey has said Fulham should have won at Aston Villa after the sides drew 1-1 in the Premier League at Villa Park on Saturday. He was pleased with the team’s display but admitted the visitors missed a chance to take all three points.
Villa took the lead six minutes before half time. Johan Manzambi set up Nicolas Jackson, who finished the move.
Fulham levelled four minutes after the hour mark. An own goal from Villa goalkeeper Zion Suzuki brought the visitors back into the contest.
Bassey was at the heart of the defence as Fulham held firm in the closing stages. Fans following the Premier League can also claim YOHAIG bonus code for new accounts before the next round.
Bassey Wants More
Bassey praised the effort of his team-mates against a strong Villa side. He told Fulham’s official website that it is hard to come to Villa Park, and that he is proud of the boys.
But he also felt the result should have been better. “We missed two chances inside the six-yard box,” he said. He added that the players are working hard to get into those positions.
He said the team could have taken all three points, but must stay positive. That message fits a side that is building steadily.
Is that a fair verdict? Fulham did leave with a point, but the missed chances will sting. Readers can also read this Bet9ja promotion overview before the next fixture.
A Team Growing in Confidence
Bassey said Fulham have improved every week since the start of the season. He credited hard work and the players’ buy-in to the manager’s style of play.
The defender added that the players are understanding each other’s roles better. He hopes things keep going up from here.
The numbers back him up. Fulham have taken seven points from their last three Premier League games and conceded only once in that run.
That is a solid run, and the defence deserves credit. Fans who like to follow the table can check EPL betting options on Bet9ja before Fulham’s next game.
Fulham host Newcastle on Saturday, November 7. Bassey and his team-mates will want to keep that defensive form going.
Fulham will want to convert their chances next time. If they do, the draws could turn into wins.
📌 Did You Know?
- Bassey was born in Italy, moved to London at a young age and started his career in Leicester City’s academy.
- He joined Rangers on a free transfer in July 2020 and won the Scottish Premiership in his first season.
- Rangers sold him to Ajax in July 2022 for a club-record fee of about €23 million.
- He joined Fulham in July 2023 for a reported €22.5 million on a four-year deal.
- He chose to play for Nigeria even though he was eligible for England and Italy.
- Bassey can play at left-back and centre-back.
