Cottagers Confidential: Bolton-Fulham, English Premier League Preview

Amidst the main slate of Saturday matches in the English Premier League is Fulham’s first competitive match post-Roy Hodgson. The Cottages are at the Reebok Stadium playing Bolton Wanderers, and SB Nation’s Fulham blog, Cottagers Confidential, has a preview - five keys to victory:

Fulham go into the match with a manager in his first game in charge of the club. They also have the Mark Schwarzer speculation to deal with. However, Fulham bring to the Reebok close to the same team that went to the Europa League Final. This is the beginning of a hopeful season. As I did last year I do my previews with my “keys” to winning. Below are“my 5 keys to victory for Fulham against Bolton”

1. Fulham need to grab the early lead in this match. Fulham have struggled terribly on the road. I think it is vital to get off to a fast start and take control of this match. It is tough to come from behind when you are not at home. I am hoping for a fast start.

Russ Goldman’s four other keys to Saturday’s match can be found in My Five Keys To Victory For Fulham Against Bolton: Match Preview , one of his latest offerings at Cottagers Confidential.