West Ham United secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Fulham FC in a tense Premier League London derby at Craven Cottage.

The decisive moment came in the second half when Crysencio Summerville capitalized on a defensive mistake to score the winning goal and hand West Ham an important three points in their fight for survival.

First Half: Tight London Derby

Both sides began cautiously, with Fulham attempting to control possession while West Ham looked dangerous on counterattacks.

The match remained evenly balanced during the opening stages, with chances limited as both defenses stayed organized. Fulham attempted to break through but struggled to create clear opportunities against a disciplined West Ham backline.

Summerville Breaks the Deadlock

The breakthrough arrived in the 65th minute when a mix-up between Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno and defender Calvin Bassey allowed Crysencio Summerville to pounce and score from close range.

The goal proved decisive as West Ham held firm defensively for the remainder of the match.

West Ham Hold On for Victory

After conceding, Fulham pushed forward in search of an equalizer, but West Ham remained compact and defended strongly.

Goalkeeper Mads Hermansen made an important late save to ensure the visitors kept their lead and secured a valuable clean sheet.

Despite Fulham’s late pressure, West Ham maintained their advantage until the final whistle.

What the Result Means

The win is a major boost for West Ham as they continue battling to move away from the relegation zone. The result moved them closer to the teams above them in the Premier League standings.

For Fulham, the defeat is a setback in their push for a strong finish in the league, leaving them in the mid-table positions.