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Fulham beat Hull to earn under-pressure Arbeloa a first PL win

Alvaro Arbeloa secured his first Premier League victory as Fulham manager with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Hull City at Craven Cottage, a result that lifted the Cottagers out of the relegation zone. The breakthrough came in the 34th minute when Alex Iwobi capitalized on a sweeping team move, his shot slipping through Hull goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis’ arms to give Fulham the lead.

Despite dominating possession and generating 10 first-half shots, Fulham struggled to add to their advantage, with Iwobi and Gonzalo Garcia both missing chances near the crossbar. Hull’s late efforts included a controversial non-penalty appeal, while Fulham’s Ryan Sessegnon was sent off in stoppage time for a dangerous challenge on Robinio Vaz, yet the hosts held firm to claim all three points.

Arbeloa’s side, previously winless in the league, showed improved intensity and attacking cohesion, offering a glimmer of hope after a shaky start to the season.

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