Clint Dempsey became the first American to score a hat-trick in the Premier League on this day in 2012, which helped Fulham to a 5-2 win over Newcastle United. Nicknamed “Deuce”, Dempsey was signed for 2 Million Pounds in January 2007. While Fulham were struggling in the lower end of the table, Newcastle were contesting for a European spot. Newcastle had won the reverse fixture 2-1 at St. James’ Park Dempsey’s goals came in the 59th, 65th and 89th minute. All goals were scored from open play, however, there were a couple of penalties handed to Fulham in the match, but it was converted by Danny Murphy and Bobby Zamora. Dempsey scored 57 goals in 218 Premier League appearances for Fulham.
On This Day January 21: Clint Dempsey becomes 1st American to score hat-trick in Premier League
