Fulham shock Europe

Fulham did the impossible to claim a 1-1 draw in Donetsk against the mighty Shakhtar. if last weeks win was the start of a possible giant killing, this is where it finished. It was a huge scalp as the stylish football Shakhtar played proved lacking in substance, and Fulham's stubborn resistance paid off. This will raise eyebrows throughout Europe as the winners of last years tournament couldn't break the West London side down. Fulham had a shock 2-1 lead from the first leg and Shakhtar were expected to easily beat Roy Hodgson's team. Brede Hangeland sent Fulham into the lead in Donetsk in the 33rd minute and although the magnificent Jadson equalised, the Ukrainian giants couldn't get the winner. Fulham went down to 10 men in the last minute with Danny Murphy being sent off, ensuring a few nervous moments but Fulham held on. The story here is the same as last week, being an excellent side is not enough, you have to go out and play and over the two legs Shakhtar were arrogant, expecting to score at will. This ultimately proved to be their undoing.