Fulham boss Marco Silva blamed a “lack of communication” as he confirmed Ryan Sessegnon was incorrectly substituted during his side’s 1-0 Premier League defeat at Bournemouth.
With the Cottagers seeking a response to Antoine Semenyo’s first-minute goal at the Vitality Stadium, Sessegnon left the pitch as Tom Cairney, Adama Traore and Raul Jimenez waited to come on with just over half-an-hour remaining.
Silva was clearly unhappy and attempted to get Sessegnon to go back on amid confusion on the touchline.
After referee Michael Oliver came over to speak with fourth official Tim Robinson, the Portuguese coach said he was prevented from correcting the error.
“It was a lack of communication there with the fourth official, from our staff,” said Silva, who suggested he had wished to withdraw Sasa Lukic, in addition to Sander Berge and Rodrigo Muniz.
“We had enough time to correct. When I saw Sessegnon out, I tried to correct it. He (fourth official Robinson) decided not to let us correct it.”
Semenyo’s strike, inside 53 seconds, reignited Bournemouth’s quest for continental qualification as Fulham’s own European aspirations suffered a setback.
The Cherries’ first win in seven top-flight games lifted them to eight place – above the Cottagers and Brighton on goal difference.
Silva felt Bournemouth defender Marcos Senesi should have been dismissed in the 44th minute when he was shown a yellow card for a lunging challenge on Joachim Andersen.
Argentina international Senesi, who won the ball during the robust challenge, was replaced by Illia Zabarnyi for the second half.
“It (the substitution) showed that they (Bournemouth) realised what we realised as well, that it was a mistake from the referee, it was a mistake from the VAR,” said Silva.
“And of course they took the player out because they knew he is going to be sooner or later, probably a player that is going to be out (sent off).
“Probably if I’m in the same position as them, I’m going to do the same because it was clear. If you see the shin of Joachim, it’s clear.”
Silva bemoaned a “sloppy” start for gifting out-of-form Bournemouth the initiative.
Semenyo capitalised on an error from Cottagers captain Antonee Robinson to claim his 10th goal of the season, while Sessegnon wasted the best chance for an equaliser.
“We are very disappointed with the result and with taking nothing from this game,” added Silva.
“We were sloppy the way we conceded the first goal. We gave them the boost that they needed after six games without a win.”
Bournemouth equalled the club’s record points tally in the top flight by moving on to 48.
Having taken just two points from the previous 18 available, head coach Andoni Iraola declared the Cherries’ European push was back on track.
“Definitely it’s alive,” he said. “If the season finished today, I think we would go to Europe. We have one problem: we still have six games to play. We would love to finish today.
“It’s still very difficult because we have not an easy schedule. Even with the run (of fixtures), we are in a place to compete definitely.
“I’m very happy, I think we needed this win. It’s a key game for us.”
[(Gil Vicente FC) Strength]: 1. Gil Vicente FC finished 13th in the league last season. They aim to avoid relegation and fight for a Conference League spot in the new season. Facing FC Porto, the team are motivated to take points in this home game.2. Gil Vicente FC won the recent two games in a row across all competitions. They won 2-0 over CD Nacional in the last league game, smoothly starting wi...
[(Dynamo Dresden) Neutral]: 1. Both sides have never met before, so there were no records to refer to.[(Dynamo Dresden) Weakness]: 1. As the newly promoted team in the 2. Bundesliga, Dynamo Dresden suffered a losing streak in the first two rounds, being demoralized a lot. Facing 1.FSV Mainz 05 in the first game of the DFB-Pokal at home, the team find it hard to secure a win, indicating doubtful mo...
[(Jaro) Strength]: 1. Jaro are 8th in the table and still need points to secure a Championship play-offs spot, indicating full motivation in this match.2. Forward Kerfala Cissoko scored the winner in the last game, helping his side win.3. Jaro won 2-1 over FC Haka in the last game, securing a 2-game winning streak and showing outstanding recent form.4. Jaro were unbeaten with 1 win and 1 draw in t...
[(SC Preussen Munster) Strength]: 1. In the new season, SC Preussen Munster's 3 goals in two league games were scored by 3 players, showing multiple scorers on offense.2. SC Preussen Munster won 4 of the last 5 home games in AH, boasting a decent home trend.[(SC Preussen Munster) Neutral]: 1. SC Preussen Munster drew 1-1 with SC Paderborn 07 in the last 2. Bundesliga game, showing average performa...
[(Rot-Weiss Essen) Strength]: 1. Rot-Weiss Essen are playing in the 3. Liga this season. Despite their inferior strength to their rivals, the team will still go all out to secure a qualification spot in this home game.2. Tobias Kraulich scored a goal in the last game, showing his outstanding form.3. Rot-Weiss Essen scored 2 goals and conceded 2 in the last 2 competitive games, boasting decent offe...
[(IFK Varnamo) Strength]: 1. IFK Varnamo are at the bottom of the table this season. If they want to avoid relegation, they have to go all out for points in every game, indicating strong motivation in this match.2. Kai Meriluoto scored a goal and made an assist in the last game, helping the team tie with IF Elfsborg.3. IFK Varnamo won the last 2 games in AH, demonstrating recent performances in li...
[(Le Mans) Strength]: 1. Le Mans drew with En Avant Guingamp in the last league game, failing to start with a win. In this home match, they are motivated to secure their first win of the new season.2. William Harhouz scored an equalizer before the end of the last game, helping the team tie with En Avant Guingamp.3. Le Mans secured a 3-game winning streak in recent warm-up games at home, showing de...
[(Mirassol FC) Strength]: 1. Mirassol FC midfielder Gabriel Santana scored a goal in the last league game, performing actively.2. Mirassol FC scored 10 goals in the last 5 league games, averaging 2 goals per game, showing full offense.3. Mirassol FC conceded 5 goals in the last 5 league games, with an average of only 1 goal per game.4. Mirassol FC boast reliable home strength, remaining unbeaten w...
[(Leeds United) Strength]: 1. After relegation, Leeds United returned to the Premier League this season as the EFL Championship winners. The team significantly strengthened their squad during the summer transfer window, with the goal of staying in the Premier League this season. For their opening home game against Everton, they are determined to secure a winning start to the league, showing strong...
[(Elche) Strength]: 1. As the newly promoted team this season, Elche are motivated to start with a home win in their debut.2. In the summer window, Elche signed midfielder Federico Redondo, Real Madrid loan forward Alvaro Rodriguez, and Valencia CF striker German Valera.3. Elche finished 22 wins, 11 draws, and 9 losses in the Segunda Division last season, smoothly being promoted as the 2nd-placed ...
- 1 Brentford Agree Deal to Sign Dango Ouattara From Bournemouth
- 2 TIPS - Botafogo de Futebol e Regatas VS Liga Deportiva Universitaria
- 3 TIPS - Villarreal VS Real Oviedo
- 4 ngland cricket legend’s granddaughter stuns in bikini
- 5 Lamela explains retirement decision: It started 11 years ago...
- 6 Estevao Willian set for 'key' Chelsea role after debut vs Palace
- 7 TIPS - Club Necaxa VS Club Leon
- 8 Emotional Arne Slot admits he had wanted to bring late Diogo Jota on as a substitute in Liverpool's dramatic victory over Bournemouth
- 9 Benjamin Sesko vs Viktor Gyokeres: Man Utd-Arsenal showdown sets early stage for big-money No.9s to show the Premier League what they can offer
- 10 TIPS - Cambuur Leeuwarden VS FC Oss