Chukwueze features as Fulham crash out of FA Cup after late Southampton penalty

Fulham crashed out of the FA Cup after conceding a stoppage-time penalty in a 1-0 defeat to Southampton at Craven Cottage.

Substitute Ross Stewart converted from the spot in the first minute of added time to send the Championship side into the quarter-finals and leave Fulham frustrated after a match in which they created the clearer chances.

Fulham struggled to convert their opportunities despite dominating long periods of the contest.

Andersen foul leads to decisive moment

The decisive incident came deep into stoppage time when Fulham defender Joachim Andersen fouled Finn Azaz inside the penalty area.

Referee Jarred Gillett pointed to the spot and Stewart stepped up to fire a powerful penalty into the net, leaving Fulham with little time to respond.

The Scottish striker had only been on the pitch for around 20 minutes but showed composure to deliver the winning moment for the visitors.

Chances missed cost Fulham

Fulham had several chances to take control of the tie but were unable to find a breakthrough.

Andersen saw a header blocked, while efforts from Samuel Chukwueze and Oscar Bobb were saved.

The hosts also had two goals ruled out during the match, one following an infringement at a goal kick and another for offside in the second half.

Despite manager Marco Silva making eight changes to the starting line-up, Fulham could not capitalise on their attacking moments.

Focus returns to league campaign

The defeat means Fulham’s FA Cup campaign ends in the fifth round, with the club now turning its attention back to the Premier League.

While the late drama drew boos from sections of the home crowd at full-time, the result reflected Fulham’s recent dip in form after failing to convert their chances.