Arbeloa struggles as Fulham's Premier League opener begins poorly
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 26, 2026, 8:16 AM
Last updated Aug 26, 2026
Alvaro Arbeloa's debut as Fulham head coach began with a challenging start after conceding a goal within the first minute of the match. Recently appointed, Arbeloa took over from Marco Silva, inheriting a team that aims to improve its offensive capabilities. Young debutant Gonzalo Garcia scored but other key players, including Cesar Palacios, faced difficulties. Arbeloa highlighted the potential of 19-year-old Josh King, emphasizing the pressure he may face as Fulham seeks success this season.
- •Alvaro Arbeloa started his Fulham tenure with a difficult match.
- •Fulham conceded an early goal, complicating their game plan.
- •Gonzalo Garcia scored, marking his debut positively.
- •Cesar Palacios struggled during the match.
- •Josh King is expected to be a key player under Arbeloa.
- 8:16 AMYahoo Sports — How did Alonso fare in his Premier League opener?
- 1:16 PMYahoo Sports — How did Arbeloa fare in his Premier League opener?
"Premier League history was made before a ball was even kicked this season as a record nine clubs started the campaign with new managers. Xabi Alonso, who is the latest with his foot in the revolving door of managers at Stamford Bridge, got his first taste of competitive action as Chelsea manager. It wasn't a bad start to take the lead after 31 seconds and it was a satisfactory start to Alonso's reign, but there was obvious good and obvious bad in what he watched at Craven Cottage.
"Premier League history was made before a ball was even kicked this season as a record nine clubs started the campaign with new managers. Alvaro Arbeloa got his first taste of action as Fulham head coach after succeeding long-servant Marco Silva at Craven Cottage. It was a tough opener - and conceding within the first minute did not help Arbeloa's cause as he builds after taking over from Silva.
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 26, 2026, 8:16 AMHow did Alonso fare in his Premier League opener?
Premier League history was made before a ball was even kicked this season as a record nine clubs started the campaign with new managers. Xabi Alonso, who is the latest with his foot in the revolving door of managers at Stamford Bridge, got his first taste of competitive action as Chelsea manager. It wasn't a bad start to take the lead after 31 seconds and it was a satisfactory start to Alonso's reign, but there was obvious good and obvious bad in what he watched at Craven Cottage.
- Yahoo SportsAug 25, 2026, 1:16 PMHow did Arbeloa fare in his Premier League opener?
Premier League history was made before a ball was even kicked this season as a record nine clubs started the campaign with new managers. Alvaro Arbeloa got his first taste of action as Fulham head coach after succeeding long-servant Marco Silva at Craven Cottage. It was a tough opener - and conceding within the first minute did not help Arbeloa's cause as he builds after taking over from Silva.
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