Fulham walks off during preseason match after Arbeloa's dismissal

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.

• 4:53 PMESPN Soccer — Málaga score in empty net as Fulham walk off
• 10:05 AMYahoo Sports — Arbeloa sent off and Fulham walks off before penalty shootout in preseason game against Malaga