Fulham and Liverpool drew 2-2 in a thrilling encounter at Craven Cottage on Sunday, with both teams finding the net in stoppage time of the second half, highlighting the match’s intensity.
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Harry Wilson opened the scoring for Fulham after a VAR review confirmed his goal was onside, followed by Florian Wirtz leveling for Liverpool in similar fashion in the second half.
It looked like Liverpool had clinched the win when Cody Gakpo scored in the 94th minute, only for Harrison Reed to net a spectacular equalizer just three minutes later, securing a point for Fulham.
Following this draw, Fulham now sits on 28 points, while Liverpool advances to 34 points in the league standings.
Upcoming Matches
Fulham will host Chelsea on Wednesday, January 7, while Liverpool will face Arsenal away on Thursday, January 8.
Match Result: Fulham 2 – 2 Liverpool
Goals: Wilson 17′, Reed 97′; Wirtz 57′, Gakpo 94′
Live Updates from Fulham vs Liverpool — By Joe Prince-Wright
Reed scores a stunning equalizer!
What an incredible finish in the 97th minute to level the score at 2-2!
Gakpo appears to seal the win!
A brilliant cross from Jeremie Frimpong finds Gakpo at the back post, where he bundles it into the net, prompting wild celebrations from Liverpool’s players and fans.
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Fulham nearly scores!
Raul Jimenez breaks through, and the ball comes to Wilson, who tries to lift it into the net but hits the crossbar, with Van Dijk clearing the danger.
Wirtz initially ruled offside, but goal stands!
After a run from Bradley, Wirtz coolly finishes, but the linesman’s flag goes up. VAR confirms he was onside, and the goal is allowed! 1-1.
Mac Allister’s header hits the crossbar!
From a well-placed corner, Alexis Mac Allister’s header clangs off the bar, nearly adding an equalizer for Liverpool.
Gakpo scores, but the goal is offside
Gakpo finds the net with a left-side cross, but it is ruled offside. Liverpool starts the second half strongly.
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Half-Time: Fulham 1-0 Liverpool
Wilson’s goal is the difference, although Gakpo has come close a couple of times. Liverpool struggles to create any real chances as Fulham’s pressing game disrupts their rhythm.
Gakpo’s header rattles the post!
Gakpo, unmarked, heads a beautiful cross from the right but strikes the post.
Wilson puts Fulham ahead!
After a VAR check, Wilson’s disallowed goal is confirmed onside. The former Liverpool player scores with a brilliant low shot across the goal following a superb pass from Raul Jimenez, giving Fulham a 1-0 lead. The Liverpool defense will be frustrated at conceding from a central ball.
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Gakpo with a big chance!
Gakpo is clear on goal following a perfectly placed ball but struggles to control it, resulting in a weak shot that almost goes in.
Gakpo’s low shot deflected wide
Curtis Jones finds Gakpo, who quickly turns and shoots low, but the attempt deflects off Anderson for a corner, as Liverpool keeps Fulham under pressure.
Kickoff at the Cottage
Following a brief 15-minute delay, the match is underway, with Fulham starting strongly and applying pressure all over the pitch.
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Kickoff delayed due to a medical emergency
A statement indicates kickoff has been postponed to 10:15am ET: “Due to a medical emergency, the match between Fulham and Liverpool will start 15 minutes late.”
Fulham’s Starting XI
Leno; Diop, Anderson, Cuenca; Castagne, Lukic, Cairney, Robinson; Smith Rowe, Wilson; Jimenez
Liverpool’s Starting XI
Alisson; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Jones; Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Wirtz; Gakpo
Fulham Team News
OUT: Kenny Tete (hamstring), Calvin Bassey (international duty – AFCON), Alex Iwobi (international duty – AFCON), Samu Chukwueze (international duty – AFCON), Rodrigo Muniz (thigh) | QUESTIONABLE: Joshua King (knee), Ryan Sessegnon (hamstring)
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Liverpool Team News
OUT: Alexander Isak (broken leg – MORE), Joe Gomez (muscular), Mohamed Salah (international duty – AFCON), Wataru Endo (knock), Giovanni Leoni (knee – MORE), Stefan Bajcetic (hamstring)
Fulham vs Liverpool Preview
Currently sitting 11th in the Premier League with 27 points from 19 matches, Fulham has earned 10 of those points in the last two and a half weeks.
Meanwhile, Liverpool has regained form over the past month and is back in the top four race, boasting a seven-match unbeaten streak that includes wins in London against West Ham and Spurs.
However, they faced disappointment in a 0-0 draw against Leeds, serving as a reminder of the challenges they’ve encountered during their title defense.
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Fulham vs Liverpool Prediction
Fulham has lost only once since key fullback Antonee Robinson’s return to the starting lineup, with that defeat occurring in the League Cup against Newcastle. Robinson typically faces Mohamed Salah, and his absence could be a significant factor for Fulham’s hopes for an upset. Nevertheless, Liverpool’s midfield strength should prove too much, leading to a predicted outcome of Fulham 1-2 Liverpool.
How to watch Fulham vs Liverpool Live Stream Link and Start Time
Kickoff Time: 10:15am ET on Sunday
Venue: Craven Cottage — West London
TV Channel: USA
Streaming: Stream live on USA Network