It was an excellent day at the office for Aston Villa, as they came from behind to earn all three points on the road in London.
Villa conceded just five minutes into the game, but goals from Morgan Rogers and Ollie Watkins completed the turnaround, before an Issa Diop own goal destined Fulham to defeat.
Here are VAVEL's player ratings from what was another excellent away trip for Villa's travelling fans.
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Aston Villa Player Ratings
Emi Martinez - 9
The Argentine has acquired the 'world's number one' nickname for a reason, and his qualities were once again called upon today.
Martinez's 27th minute penalty save from Andreas Pereira's spot kick was a crucial turning point, as he guessed correctly and saved the penalty down low to his left.
Nothing could be done to prevent the early goal, and Martinez will be pleased with what was another impressive performance.
Matty Cash - 8
It was Cash who conceded the penalty in the first half for handball, but there was little he could do to prevent the ball from striking his arm from close range.
The right-back tucked in to form a back three at times, and worked very hard to limit the opportunities that Fulham were able to create from their left wing.
Diego Carlos - 7
Carlos has come under scrutiny in recent weeks, but it was a good display from the Brazilian today. His physical presence in Villa's back line helped to cope with Jiménez, and he also looked comfortable in possession.
Pau Torres - 7
Torres was beaten to the ball by Raúl Jiménez for the Fulham goal, but put his early error behind him and was key to Villa gaining control of the game.
As usual, the Spaniard played a number of very nice passes, one of which created an opportunity for Watkins early on in the second half.
Lucas Digne - 8
Digne was up against Adama Traoré, and did well to nullify his threat throughout the game.
The Frenchman was good going forwards, and provided the cross for Villa's third goal.
Digne played the full match, and it was his usual, consistent performance throughout the 90 minutes.
Amadou Onana - 7
It was one of Onana's quieter displays this season, but he went about his business well and linked the play nicely in midfield.
He was replaced by Ross Barkley after 75 minutes, with the game comfortably in Villa's favour at that stage.
Youri Tielemans - 8
Tielemans' quality shone through for the visitors, as he provided a crucial link between Villa's defence and attack.
The Belgian took eight corners, including the one which provided the assist for Watkins' headed goal.
No Villa player has covered more distance than Tielemans so far this season, with today's performance once again highlighting his work rate.
Leon Bailey - 6
Bailey started the game brightly, but struggled to make an impact as the game progressed.
He lost the ball on a number of occasions in the early stages of the second half, and was subsequently withdrawn on the hour mark.
Jacob Ramsey - 8
Ramsey was excellent on his return from injury, and linked up very well with both Watkins and Rogers.
He provided the assist for Villa's equaliser, and had a chance to get himself on the scoresheet in the second half too.
Ramsey was withdrawn late on, but will be delighted with what was arguably his best showing so far this season.
Morgan Rogers - 9
Rogers was unplayable at times today, and his quality running with the ball was one of the biggest differences between the teams.
He should have scored just before the break, but would have welcomed the slice of fortune which saw him score his second goal of the season via a deflection.
Ollie Watkins - 8
Watkins' goal was not only a crucial moment in the match, but also an outstanding header from Villa's striker, as he stooped to head in Tielemans' corner.
The striker was thwarted by Bernd Leno for his only sighting of goal in the first half, but worked tirelessly whilst up against both of Fulham's centre-backs.
Substitutes
Jaden Philogene - 5
Philogene played the final half an hour after being called upon first from a bench full of options, but picked up two needless yellow cards in the final ten minutes.
The winger will now be suspended for the visit of Bournemouth to Villa Park next week.
Ross Barkley - 6
Barkley came on to close the game out, and did well in the minimal involvement he had during his cameo.
Jhon Durán - 6
There was no need for Villa to call upon Durán's heroics from the bench today, but Emery did provide him with another 15 minutes on the pitch.
Durán worked very hard to close down in the final quarter of an hour.
John McGinn - N/A
McGinn was only introduced late on, but it was great to see the Villa captain back on the pitch after being sidelined with a hamstring injury.
Emi Buendía - N/A
Like McGinn, Buendía had very little time to make an impact in the game.
