Fulham supporters have a reputation for being engaged and knowledgeable rather than loud for its own sake, and the matchday atmosphere reflects that. Travelling fans are generally well received. The pubs near the ground get busy in the two hours before kick-off, and the areas around Fulham Broadway and Putney have bars that fill with supporters on match days. A first-time visitor tends to notice how quickly everything feels local and unhurried, a contrast to the bigger London clubs. Half-time is sociable rather than rushed. The club's recent Premier League stability has brought a confidence to matchdays that was not always present during the yo-yo years between the top two divisions, and that shows in how the crowd carries itself through a game.