{
  "id": 14940903,
  "title": "EPL: Arbeloa demands 90-minute focus as Fulham seek first victory",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/epl-arbeloa-demands-90-minute-focus-as-fulham-seek-first-victory-14940903",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-16T11:32:54.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Punch",
    "slug": "punch",
    "url": "https://punchng.com/epl-arbeloa-demands-90-minute-focus-as-fulham-seek-first-victory/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Fulham manager Alvaro Arbeloa has emphasized that his focus is on the team's performance rather than his own future as the struggling Premier League club seeks a first victory of the season against Hull City on Saturday. The Spanish coach, 43, faces the possibility of losing his job if Fulham suffer another defeat, which would see them remain at the bottom of the table with just two points from six games. Despite speculation about his position, Arbeloa insisted that the priority is the club, the players, and the supporters. Fulham nearly secured their first win against Ipswich Town last weekend but were undone by two late goals. They also missed a potential victory against Manchester United in the international break when Matheus Cunha scored a late, deflected goal. Arbeloa's players are eager to reward the supporters for their loyalty, believing they deserve a win for their backing. The Spaniard joined Fulham on a three-year deal this summer, replacing Marco Silva after a brief stint as Real Madrid's interim head coach. Fulham have made progress in the Carabao Cup, reaching the last 16, where they will face Crystal Palace at home next month. Arbeloa believes his players have shown the right attitude in training ahead of the crucial match and is confident they can maintain their focus for the full 90 minutes.",
  "summary": "Fulham head coach Alvaro Arbeloa has stated that his own future is not the priority as he seeks his first league victory of the season. The 43-year-old manager, who is facing pressure after Fulham sat bottom of the table with two points from six matches, says the focus remains on the club, the players, and the supporters.\n\nFulham is scheduled to host Hull City at Craven Cottage this Saturday. According to Punch Nigeria, Arbeloa could potentially lose his job if the team suffers another defeat. The side has recorded two draws and four defeats this season, including recent instances where they surrendered leads against Ipswich Town and Manchester United.",
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      {
        "outlet": "Punch Nigeria",
        "title": "EPL: Arbeloa demands 90-minute focus as Fulham seek first victory",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/16/epl-arbeloa-demands-90-minute-focus-as-fulham-seek-first-victory",
        "published": "2026-10-16T11:20:54.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}