Fulham achieved their first Premier League victory of the season by beating Hull City 1‑0 at Craven Cottage, a result that allows them to breathe after a run of three draws. The goal came in the first half, when Alex Iwobi converted a shot that took advantage of a Hull defensive error. With the advantage in their hands, the team led by Álvaro Arbeloa maintained possession and control of the game throughout the match, although Hull City showed a solid defense that made the Londoners' chances difficult.
From the start, Fulham showed initiative, with players like Oscar Bobb generating constant danger in the first minutes. Despite the superiority, the home team had difficulty creating clear chances, as Hull City closed the spaces and remained firm in their area. It was only in the 32nd minute that a botched clearance by Norton-Cuffy left the ball in the box, and Iwobi took advantage of the opportunity to score the only goal of the game. Fulham continued to dominate the game, reaching up to 87% possession before the break, while Hull City barely managed to create any danger.
In the second half the pattern of the match remained the same, with Fulham controlling the pace and combinations. Hull City tried to find an equalizer, but their attacks were ineffective and the substitutions failed to provide fresh ideas. In the 73rd minute, Gonzalo picked up a cross from Iwobi and headed in, but the ball ended up hitting the crossbar. The match became more tense when, in the 94th minute, Sessegnon received a straight red card after stamping on a Hull player, leaving Fulham one player down in the final minutes.
The result leaves Fulham in the relegation zone, but with the advantage of having earned its first point in the league. Arbeloa's team, which has shown good quality and fluidity in the first 45 minutes, can now concentrate on consolidating its position in the table and seeking more victories in the coming days. With this victory, Fulham confirms that mastery of the game and solid defense are key to advancing in the competition.