Sun Feb 22 16:20:00 UTC 2026: ### Fulham Snaps Losing Streak with Victory Over Injury-Plagued Sunderland
The Story:
Fulham secured a crucial 3-1 victory over Sunderland at the Stadium of Light, ending a three-match losing streak in the Premier League. Raúl Jiménez starred with two goals, one a header and the other from the penalty spot. The match, however, was marred by injuries, with both Sunderland and Fulham forced into early substitutions. Sunderland’s Enzo Le Fée scored a penalty to briefly reduce the deficit, but Alex Iwobi sealed the win for Fulham late in the game. This defeat marked Sunderland’s third consecutive league loss.
Key Points:
- Raúl Jiménez scored twice for Fulham (54th and 61st minutes).
- Sunderland suffered injuries to Nordi Mukiele and Jocelin Ta Bi, while Fulham lost Kevin to injury.
- Enzo Le Fée scored a penalty for Sunderland in the 76th minute.
- Alex Iwobi scored Fulham’s third goal in the 85th minute.
- This was only the second time Sunderland has lost at home this season.
Key Takeaways:
- Fulham demonstrated resilience in overcoming a potentially disruptive injury to secure a vital away win.
- Sunderland’s mounting injury list is significantly impacting their squad depth and performance.
- Raúl Jiménez’s return to form is a major boost for Fulham’s attacking options.
- The match highlights the importance of squad depth in navigating the challenges of a Premier League season.
- VAR continues to play a significant role in Premier League matches, as evidenced by the penalty decision.
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