Fulham boss Jean Tigana admitted he is having sleepless nights over his
team's lack of goals as he challenged his players to respond to their FA
Cup semi-final defeat by securing top-flight survival.
Fulham's 1-0 loss against local rivals Chelsea at Villa Park on Sunday
night left Tigana's team with only a battle against relegation to concentrate
on now.
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Fulham boss Jean Tigana admitted he is having
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However, the game effectively summed up their inconsistent season as they
flattered to deceive in failing to find the net for the 14th time this season
- almost one-third of their 43 fixtures so far this season.
The lack of a regular source of goals is what has ensured that 16th-placed
Fulham, who are four points clear of the relegation zone, still need another
three points to reach the 40-point milestone.
They have four games left, starting at Leeds on Saturday, with Bolton,
Leicester and Blackburn also left to play.
Tigana admitted: "It's normal that we're very disappointed and it's
very sad for our fans, but we need to come back quickly now.
"We need to keep our focus on staying up. This was a match that
summed up our season. We did not play too badly and had our chances but
we did not score.
"That's been our problem and that's why I'm very frustrated.
"It's not only down to the strikers though. People put pressure
on them but they need the ball to have chances.
"It's a team problem and after that it's a manager's problem. That's
why it's difficult for me to sleep."