Friendly Fire: Fulham's Walk Off in Malaga Raises Questions About Sportsmanship and Integrity Fulham's friendly against Malaga turned sour when the Premier League club abandoned ship ahead of a penalty shootout, echoing the infamous Africa Cup of Nations final between Senegal and Morocco.
That match was marred by controversy, with both teams now boycotting games rather than confronting issues through more conventional means.
The message sent is one of petulance and unwillingness to engage in the spirit of competition that defines sport.