Emile Smith Rowe has underlined his desire to give Fulham supporters moments to remember as the Cottagers prepare to host Everton at Craven Cottage on Saturday, February 7, 2026.
Speaking ahead of the Premier League fixture, the midfielder stressed how much playing in front of home fans has shaped his first season at the club, a campaign that has already delivered memorable highs despite mixed results such as the recent setback covered by SoftFootball in Fulham’s dramatic defeat to Manchester United.
Signed from Arsenal for a club record £34 million in August 2024, Smith Rowe has quickly grown into one of Fulham’s most influential figures.
His eight goals and ten assists across all competitions have added sharpness and creativity to Marco Silva’s attack, complementing recent recruitment moves, including the arrival of Oscar Bobb, a deal also highlighted by SoftFootball as part of Fulham’s ambition to strengthen their forward options.
For Smith Rowe, however, the focus remains firmly on the connection with the stands. He explained that winning matches brings obvious satisfaction, but there is something uniquely special about delivering decisive moments at Craven Cottage.
The midfielder reflected on how scoring at home stands out among his best experiences in a Fulham shirt, noting that those moments have played a big role in making his time at the club so enjoyable in a video shared by the club’s official X account.
He went on to highlight the importance of the supporters’ role on matchday, especially in home fixtures. With Fulham set to welcome Everton, Smith Rowe made it clear the players are counting on the crowd to lift them, stressing how valuable that backing can be in tight Premier League contests.
When expanding on those feelings, Smith Rowe said:
You know, there’s no better feeling than winning games. And obviously scoring at the Cottage as well is probably one of the best feelings I’ve had in a Fulham shirt.
He added that making fans happy at home has been central to his positive experience so far and admitted the atmosphere has pushed him to give more in every performance. Looking ahead to Saturday, his excitement was obvious.
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He explained:
We’re at home, like you said, so we’re definitely going to need them behind us, cheering us on.
He then concluded with a simple target:
I can’t wait for Saturday and hopefully we can get the three points and make the fans happy.
With confidence growing and the Everton clash approaching, Fulham will hope Smith Rowe’s bond with the Cottage faithful once again translates into goals, energy, and a vital home victory.
