Josh Onomah struck deep into added time to keep Fulham’s automatic promotion hopes alive with a 1-0 win over Birmingham.
Scott Parker’s side appeared set for frustration as they struggled to break down a Birmingham side now without a win in nine Sky Bet Championship matches.
But Onomah – on as a 60th-minute substitute – swept home from 12 yards to deliver the victory that moves them to within four points of second-placed West Brom.
The 17-year-old is a target for Manchester United but is believed to be close to sealing a move to Borussia Dortmund with the Bundesliga side reported to have offered a deal worth up to £30million.
Parker’s side survived that scare but did not look capable of taking full advantage until they injected more tempo into the game after a disappointing first half.
In the absence of the leading scorer, Bobby Decordova-Reid led the Cottagers’ attack but was unable to provide the same cutting edge.
There was a greater sense of urgency in Fulham’s approach after the break as they dominated long periods of possession.
Ivan Cavaleiro got to the byline on the left hand side before pulling back, Anthony Knockaert failed to make a proper connection and the winger’s shot was easily saved by Camp.
