Fulham walks off during preseason match after Arbeloa's dismissal

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Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Fulham walks off during preseason match after Arbeloa's dismissal
Summary

Fulham's preseason match against Malaga in Spain saw significant turmoil as the English club left the pitch before a penalty shootout was due to take place. Coach Álvaro Arbeloa was sent off for confronting referees, while Malaga equalized in the 90th minute to level the score at 2-2. The situation escalated after the game, with Malaga asserting that a penalty shootout was scheduled, which Fulham disputed, claiming no such agreement existed. Following the incident, Malaga was awarded the Costa del Sol trophy after scoring a penalty into an open net. In a public statement, Fulham reiterated their position regarding the agreed terms prior to the match.

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  • Fulham matches in Malaga ended in a 2-2 draw.
  • Álvaro Arbeloa received a red card for arguing with officials.
  • Malaga scored a late equalizer to tie the game.
  • Malaga claims a shootout was scheduled; Fulham disagrees.
  • The Costa del Sol trophy was awarded to Malaga.
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Fulham's preseason match against Malaga turned out to be not too friendly when the English club walked off and coach Álvaro Arbeloa was red-carded for complaining with the referees. La Liga host Malaga scored a 90th-minute equalizer for 2-2. Malaga said a penalty shootout was scheduled.

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