'Not about me' - Arbeloa dismisses future questions
Retold by Oddsrama · 16 October 2026
Alvaro Arbeloa is refusing to be drawn into talk about his job security at Fulham, insisting the conversation needs to stay fixed on the club and its players as they battle rock-bottom form. The Spanish boss, who took over from Marco Silva in the summer on a three-year deal, faces a crucial test against Hull City this weekend with his side yet to secure a Premier League win. Currently sitting on two points after six games, Fulham are under serious pressure, but Arbeloa is keeping his focus laser-sharp on the immediate challenge.
The narrative around Arbeloa's position has intensified following some cruel near-misses. Last weekend, Fulham led against Ipswich Town through Ryan Sessegnon's second-half goal only to concede twice late on—a pattern that repeated before the international break when they looked set to beat Manchester United before a deflected Matheus Cunha effort stole victory. These moments matter for betting purposes: a side that creates chances against top opposition isn't broken, and bettors backing Fulham's first win should note they've demonstrated quality in spells, even if they can't seal games.
Arbeloa, the ex-Liverpool defender who stepped in as Real Madrid's interim coach before this move, says his players have shown commitment in training and deserve their first three points. He's banking on them maintaining the intensity they've flashed against Ipswich, Manchester United, and Liverpool for a full 90 minutes. While internal doubts about his methods have surfaced, results will be the ultimate judge. Survive Hull, and Fulham face consecutive promoted sides—next up is championship-winning Coventry City away. For punters, this is a club capable of better, but one running out of excuses. Arbeloa's deflection of personal questions rings hollow when your team can't finish matches.
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