Overview
- The clash at La Rosaleda ended 2-2 after a controversial added-time penalty, and Fulham manager Álvaro Arbeloa was shown a red card for protesting the decision.
- Fulham's delegation left the pitch before the planned shootout, saying the penalty shootout was not in the signed match contract and that staying would jeopardize their return flight.
- Organizers then awarded Málaga the trophy and, with Fulham absent, Málaga forward Eneko Jauregi took and scored a symbolic penalty into an empty net.
- The episode, witnessed by roughly 17,000 fans, has focused attention on clarity of preseason match agreements and on how travel schedules can clash with tournament protocols.
- Next steps to watch include whether Fulham files a formal appeal or if organizers revise contract wording for future summer friendlies to avoid similar disputes.