A blog of two halves

Stan Bowles played football for Queens Park Rangers the way we all dream it should be played, with panache, with daring and with impudence.

After disappointment that the Whites had missed out on a prestigious victory over Aston Villa, a greater triumph awaited with the ruthless termination of Manchester United’s unbeaten run.

On Saturday, Fulham supporters entered Craven Cottage with high hopes as their opponents, Aston Villa had recently suffered a loss of form. Could the Whites expect a victory?

After a series of recent disappointments, last Saturday’s home match at Craven Cottage provided Fulham fans with an afternoon of joy.

Chelsea Women returned to the top of the Women's Super League (WSL) table at the weekend with a 3-0 victory over Everton on Sunday.

Last Saturday, with Fulham’s season in danger of anti-climax, the Whites went looking for their first League victory at Burnley since 1951.

Double delight as men's and women's teams both play home matches this Sunday.

Three home matches in one week gave Fulham the chance to make history but ultimately produced a trio of disappointments.

Chelsea Women have made it through to the Champions League quarter-finals with a game to spare, after beating Real Madrid in midweek at Stamford Bridge.

The Whites had dared to dream of a League Cup final, but must now move on to the FA Cup and then the need for Premier League points.