"I thought it was a correct result, both teams defended excellently on a difficult pitch," Hodgson said.

"I was astounded at the quality of play considering the pitch, but it was a fierce cup tie played in the right spirit and I don't think Harry (Redknapp) or I could complain about the result, despite a few scares at both ends.

"We don't feel we are out of the competition, we're just as capable of giving as good a performance away from home as we have at home."

Tottenham striker Peter Crouch added on ITV1: "Fulham are very difficult at home to break down, that's credit to the manager and the team.

"We're just pleased to get them back to White Hart Lane and still be in the hat."

Crouch, who scored twice for England in midweek in their friendly win over Egypt, added: "I'm very pleased with England but I'm back at Tottenham now and trying to get results."