Sunderland beat Fulham 1-0 with Isidor goal

Sunderland secured their first win of the Premier League season on Sunday, defeating Fulham 1-0 at the Stadium of Light thanks to a second-half goal from substitute Wilson Isidor. The victory, which came just days after Isidor signed a new contract with the club, ended a six-match winless streak against the Cottagers dating back to December 2017. The match was a tight and often subdued contest, with both teams struggling to create clear-cut opportunities in a goalless first half. Fulham, who had lost their opening fixture to Chelsea, showed resilience and created the better chances. Teenager Josh King was twice played through on goal but failed to convert, first dragging a shot wide from an acute angle and then being dispossessed by defender Nordi Mukiele. Sunderland’s best opening fell to Trai Hume, who could not connect with a cutback from Thomas Meunier. The game remained in the balance until manager Régis Le Bris made a decisive double substitution in the 64th minute, introducing Habib Diarra and Isidor. The changes injected energy into the home side. Isidor quickly made an impact, striking the post with a close-range effort after a precise cross from Enzo Le Fee.