Leeds looked to have gone ahead in the 15th minute when Cottagers keeper Marek Rodak could only parry a Weston McKennie header to Georginio Rutter who netted from close but McKennie was adjudged to have pushed Harry Wilson before making his header.
Instead, Fulham went ahead six minutes later as Palhinha intercepted a Tyler Adams pass for Marc Roca some 25 yards out and unleashed a terrific swirling dive that flew into the top right corner. Leeds continued to create chances but failed to take them and the Cottagers doubled their advantage four minutes before the hour mark through another brilliant finish from Manor Solomon from the edge of the box. The Whites had 16 attempts on goal, six of which were on target but ultimately failed to score even once as Javi Gracia’s side exited the FA Cup. Graham Smyth, the YEP’s chief football writer, hands out the scores from a wasteful night at Craven Cottage.
7. Marc Roca
5 - Unable to get to grips with the game in possession, didn't add a great deal off the ball. He and Adams combined to give Palhinha the ball for the first. Photo: Warren Little
8. Weston McKennie
6 - Some of his link up play going forward was good, some of his passing at key moments wasn't. Lacked a bit of composure. Added energy. Photo: Clive Rose
9. Crysencio Summerville
6 - Bright at moments, tried to get at Fulham. Involved in a few attacks but another who lacked the killer instinct. Photo: Clive Rose
10. Willy Gnonto
6 - Caused some problems with his pace, came close with a good effort from a tight angle. Drifted in and out of the contest. Photo: GLYN KIRK
11. Georginio Rutter
7 - Showed a little more than he has previously. Tried to get on the ball but didn't always make it stick. Created a chance for Gnonto, hit the post, had a goal harshly ruled out. Photo: Clive Rose
12. Patrick Bamford (sub)
5 - Unable to make his minutes count. Didn't look at it when the ball was in and around the area. Photo: Naomi Baker