Liverpool fell behind twice in the Premier League to draw 2-2 with Fulham at Anfield on Saturday afternoon.
The Cottage took the lead in the 11th minute Andreas Pereira Convert from Anthony Robinson’s cross and his shot helped the goal Andrew Robertsonof blocks. The Scotland international was influential in the opening 17 minutes but his involvement came to an end when he was sent off for an inadvertent foul on the pitch. harry wilson Denied goal scoring opportunities.
Despite being down to 10 men, Liverpool controlled the game although they only created one chance Dominik SzoboszlaiDiscovered the intersection of instinct Luis Diazwho can’t trouble the goalkeeper.
After the restart, the Reds looked improved and it didn’t take long for them to equalize. Mohamed SalahFound the cross Cody Steel At the back post, the Anfield crowd helped Arne Slaughter’s side keep the momentum going. Fulham regains the lead Jarrell Quasa He should have been stronger against Robinson before he was allowed to cut the ball back Rodrigo Muniz.
Slot response introduction Diogo Jota Three minutes later, the Portugal international equalized with a superb strike Bernd Leno. Nine minutes of stoppage time provided a chance for a late winner, but Diaz was unable to secure the chance by finishing off a promising attack late in the game’s final big moment.
advantage
Liverpool showed determination to equalize after falling behind twice and despite being outnumbered, they were still the better team. The Reds can take positives from this performance.
negative factors
Chance creation had to be better in the first half, although the red card meant Slott had no time to properly fine-tune his system before the break.
Manager rating (1-10; 10 = best)
Arne Slott, 9—— Despite being 10 points behind, Slott’s side never lost control of the game and there were clear signs in the second half that Liverpool were starting to create consistent chances. Slott’s yellow card in the 58th minute means he will be suspended for the next Premier League game against Tottenham Hotspur.
player rating
jik Alison Becker 6 ——Be alert to danger and command your jurisdiction well. Alisson was unable to do anything about any of the goals he conceded.
DF Andrew Robertson 1 – Seventeen minutes that Liverpool’s left-back needs to forget saw him accept a heavy challenge from his opponent. Issa Diop Early in the game, Pereira’s shot went past Alisson before he was sent off for a foul on the last defender, Harry Wilson.
DF Virgil van Dijk 7 – The defense was full of confidence and moved the ball into the midfield area, helping Liverpool overcome their numerical advantage and leaving a deep impression. Showed impressive awareness when defending on the counter-attack, limiting Fulham’s chances.
DF Joe Gomez 7 – The 27-year-old crossed from the left-back and made a crucial interception to deny Fulham a dangerous chance. He looks to support the attack by running forward, but his final ball could be better when he passes into the box.
DF Trent Alexander-Arnold 7 – Forced to struggle with Fulham’s massive counter-attacks from the flanks and constantly suppressing shooting opportunities from the right angles. He then took on a midfield role in the game, helping Liverpool maintain control after his introduction. Darwin Nunez See the Red Army change shape.
IF Ryan Gravenburch 7 – With Liverpool down to 10 men, he was deployed at centre-back and combined well with Virgil van Dijk to help break through Fulham’s initial pressure. Returned to midfield and advanced the ball brilliantly with Alexander-Arnold.
IF Curtis Jones 7 ——Working tirelessly side by side in the midfield Dominik Szoboszlai and apply pressure to regain possession. Booked for an overzealous challenge Alex Iwobi.
MF Dominik Szoboszlai 8 – A great performance for Liverpool on the day, he impressed with his decision-making both in defense and in the final third, using his pace to break into space and then open the game up for the forward line.
Forward Cody Gakpo 7 ——He helped Liverpool equalize the score through Mohamed Salah’s cross, and showed his intelligence in the counterattack, holding the ball to drive others to attack, and choosing the right moment to directly challenge the defender.
Forward Luis Dias 5 – was harshly booked for an innocuous reverse header attempt but was out of the game when Liverpool were 10 points down, save for a header opportunity he should have done better. Trying to make an impact on the entire game. He should have had his first shot in the 94th minute.
Forward Mohamed Salah 7 – Consistently enjoying better results against Robinson and providing Liverpool with the ball out wide by keeping wide on the right. He played an important role in the team’s equalizer with an excellent pass to help Gakpo equalize the score.
Substitute (player who comes on after 70 minutes = no rating)
Darwin Nunez (Gakpo, 70 inches) 6 – Got into some positive central areas and pressed well from the front. Passing the ball to Jota, Liverpool equalized for the second time.
Jarell Quansah (Jones, 70 inches) 3 – Robinson was easily past him eight minutes after coming on before Fulham’s second goal. A critical mistake was made at the wrong time.
Harvey Elliott (Szoboszlai, 79 inches) N/R ——Unfortunately, a curling ball in the penalty area narrowly missed the goal post.
Diogo Jota (Alexander-Arnold, 79 inches) N/R – Provided an instant spark for Liverpool’s attack and tied the score with a superb finish.
