LONDON (Interstat) — Fulham FC defeated Newcastle United 2-0 on Sunday, May 24, 2026, at Craven Cottage in a Premier League season opener. Defender Issa Diop opened the scoring in the 20th minute, and midfielder Tom Cairney added a second in the 80th minute.

Antonee Robinson and Jorge Cuenca each recorded an assist, while substitutes Yoane Wissa and Bruno Guimarães also contributed assists. The match saw four yellow cards: Guimarães in the 64th minute, Wissa in the 70th, Robinson in the 89th and Cuenca in second-half stoppage time.

Fulham’s record across all competitions improved to 1 win, 0 losses. Newcastle fell to 0 wins, 1 loss. The result marked a strong start for the Cottagers at home.