Fulham 3-0 Wimbledon: Smith Rowe & Muniz secure comfortable EFL Cup progression (full match highlights)

Fulham cruised into the third round of the EFL Cup with a comfortable 3-0 victory over Wimbledon at Craven Cottage on August 27, 2026. The Cottagers were in complete control from the very first whistle, dictating the tempo and suffocating their lower-league opponents with relentless pressing and quick transitions. The breakthrough came in the 37th minute when Emile Smith Rowe opened the scoring after a precise pass from Ryan Sessegnon, the former Arsenal man slotting calmly into the far corner to give Fulham the lead with a finish that showcased his composure and technical quality. Just six minutes later, Rodrigo Muniz doubled the advantage, finishing clinically from a tight angle after a clever assist from Kenny Tete, the Brazilian striker netting his third goal of the season in what has been an impressive start to the campaign. The second half saw Fulham manage the game effectively, keeping possession and limiting Wimbledon's attacking threats to almost nothing. Kenny Tete received a yellow card in the 48th minute for a foul on a Wimbledon midfielder, while Zak Nelson was booked in the 87th minute for a similar challenge. The final nail in the coffin came in stoppage time when Gonzalo García tapped home from close range after a low cross from Macauley Zepa, the Spanish striker scoring his first goal for the club to complete the rout. The statistics highlight Fulham's dominance: 66% possession, 18 shots to Wimbledon's 5, and 84% pass accuracy against 67%. Remarkably, the visitors failed to register a single shot on target throughout the entire match, a testament to Fulham's defensive solidity and tactical discipline. Fulham will now face the winner of Birmingham City vs Brentford in the next round, a tough away test for Marco Silva's side as they look to continue their cup run. Wimbledon, meanwhile, exit the competition but can take pride in reaching the second round and gaining valuable experience against Premier League opposition.