The accused, Barry George, 42, of Crookham Road, Fulham, denies murder.

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Likewise to Mr Al Fayed: Fulham wasn't a road to profit but (he hoped, and found himself mistaken) to acceptance.

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Despite their stunning form in Europe, Fulham have not won on the road in the Premier League since the opening day of the season and their lack of attacking intent at Anfield gave an inkling as to why.

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After the Premier League made a delayed debut at Blackpool to allow work to be completed on Bloomfield Road's new East Stand, Fulham felt the force of the backing that Holloway hopes will play a crucial part in their attempt to survive in the top flight this season.

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Fulham, meanwhile, are making the 570-mile road journey to Hamburg in Germany for the other semi-final.

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Fulham manager Roy Hodgson was understandably keen for his team to avoid a road trip and claimed the 1, 140-mile round trip would be a "disaster" for the 2, 500 Fulham fans who have bought tickets for the game.

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