Fulham secured a precious three points as Raul Jimenez ’s late goal helped them beat high-flying Sunderland 1-0 at Craven Cottage. After a run of five defeats in six, the mood around the club had become increasingly anxious, with much of the focus pre-game on Marco Silva ’s contract situation.

The Black Cats will return to Premier League action on Saturday, when they land in London to face Fulham, seeking to keep their surprising season alive by beati

The victory sends Fulham (14 points) up to 14th in the Premier League for the time being, having won two of their last three games after losing four straight to heavyweight competition. Sunderland's underlying numbers would seem to indicate they are due for some serious regression (the PL's 4th-lowest xG rarely results in a top-four place in the league table),

Surprise package Sunderland were undone by Raul Jimenez’s late winner as Fulham eased clear of the Premier League drop zone with a hard-earned 1-0 win at Craven Cottage. In a game of plentiful good intentions but few clear-cut chances,

Sunderland will visit Craven Cottage for the 12th Premier League Matchday, where they will try to cement their place in the UEFA Champions League spots against

Report and free match highlights as Fulham leave it late to secure much-needed three points against high-flying Sunderland; Raul Jimenez turned in a Samuel Chukwueze cross to seal the win; Fulham had dominated with 24 total shots;

Arsenal wouldn't go away but upstart new boys Sunderland wouldn't either in a 2-2 draw at the Stadium of Light on Saturday.

Sunderland manager Regis le Bris says his side didn't do enough to beat Fulham at Craven Cottage but feels they are still "on their journey" in the Premier League.

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The English Premier League match between Sunderland and Arsenal will be played at Stadium of Light, Sunderland, England, on Saturday, November 8.