Fulham 2-0 Newcastle United: Diop and Cairney see Silva's side to victory

Fulham marked what might be Marco Silva's last match in charge with a 2-0 home win over Newcastle United on the final day of the Premier League season.

Silva is out of contract at Craven Cottage and promised news on his future next week after reports of interest from rival clubs.

This performance showed why Fulham are said to be so keen to keep their boss as they dominated Newcastle from start to finish on Sunday.

Issa Diop's first-half header after Kevin's free-kick struck the crossbar was followed by a stunning late Tom Cairney strike, which was set up by Harry Wilson.

Newcastle were perhaps fortunate to avoid further punishment in the closing stages as Fulham continued to create chances.

After their hopes of European qualification were ended earlier in the week, Eddie Howe's visitors made for accommodating opponents and scarcely troubled Bernd Leno in concluding an underwhelming campaign with a whimper.

A 12th-placed finish ensures this is not a season anyone on Tyneside will reflect on fondly, with Fulham one place and three points better off.

Data debrief: One-sided win inspired by Iwobi

Every attacking statistic was weighted in Fulham's favour as they preyed on a dismal Newcastle display. The home side attempted 21 shots worth a combined 1.69 expected goals, with Newcastle mustering a meagre seven efforts and 0.25 xG.

Alex Iwobi was not on the scoresheet, but he was at the centre of almost everything Fulham did going forward despite a more withdrawn role due to Kevin's recall. The Nigeria international enjoyed 74 touches, attempted six shots and created three chances – all highs for the hosts.