Fulham midfielder Simon Davies has praised the manner of Saturday’s victory over Wigan Athletic.
The Whites recorded a valuable three points in a comfortable 2-0 win – a performance that impressed onlookers as a result of Fulham’s attacking intent and ability to get forward.
Talking exclusively to fulhamfc.com, Davies said: “We played some fantastic football and deserved the win without a doubt. We created chances, made them work and at times really stretched them. We dominated from start to finish.
“It was important we did that because, of course, having lost our last two games we needed to get a win under our belts. The result was the main thing, but the performance on top of that was a big bonus.”
At times this season Fulham’s performances have perhaps deserved more, but their new dynamic direction paid off with Mousa Dembele and Clint Dempsey leading the line with poise and skill, while down the flanks the Whites opened Wigan up at will.
“This is the type of football that the Manager wants,” said Davies. “From the off we played with a high tempo and got bodies forward. We can impose ourselves on games at Craven Cottage and on Saturday that was very much the case.
“This performance was probably the blueprint for how we want to be playing in the future. It was a positive display and hopefully we can build on that. Obviously the aim now is to transform that kind of form when we play away from the Cottage and if we can add four or five victories on the road then we’ll have every chance of having a successful season.”
Davies also praised the return of Andrew Johnson, with the returning striker replacing the midfielder in the 81st minute.
“I made way for AJ and it just great to see him back out on the pitch again,” he said. “He made a return the weekend before, and this was another step in his return to competitive action.
“He was very lively and put himself about – that’s what he’s all about as we know. It’s a big boost for us and I’m sure as he gets that match fitness back then he’ll be ready to play an important role for the team because he’s a top player.”