Sunderland achieved their first victory of the season with a narrow 1-0 win over Fulham at the Stadium of Light, thanks to a late goal from substitute Wilson Isidor. This match marked a disappointing continuation for Fulham, who remain without points under manager Alvaro Arbeloa.

Match Overview

The decisive moment came 15 minutes before the final whistle when Isidor found the net, helping Sunderland recover from their opening-day loss to Ipswich. Despite some promising moments, Fulham struggled to create significant threats against the Sunderland defense throughout the match.

Key Moments

In a game characterized by limited chances, Sunderland's Regis Le Bris made impactful substitutions that ultimately influenced the outcome. Isidor had a notable opportunity in the 71st minute but hit the post after being set up by Enzo Le Fee. However, he redeemed himself shortly after, converting a cross from fellow substitute Habib Diarra into an empty net, following a missed interception by Fulham's Bernd Leno.

This victory not only boosts Sunderland's morale but also highlights Fulham's ongoing struggles, as they face two defeats in their first two matches of the season.