After laying down their title credentials at the Etihad last Saturday, Liverpool play host to Fulham in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon.
2022/23 was such a disappointment for Jurgen Klopp’s side and they seem intent on re-emerging as a contender this season. Their result against the champions showed the Reds are more than capable of surmounting a challenge this season and their home form will once again be key.
Liverpool have made light work of all their opponents at Anfield this term and Fulham are next to enter the cauldron.
The Cottagers secured a massive three points against Wolves on Monday night to steer them away from the drop zone, although the manner of their victory was far from convincing.
Here’s 90min’s preview of Liverpool’s Premier League clash against Fulham.
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Klopp confirmed both Alisson and Diogo Jota will miss Sunday’s game due to injuries, although Liverpool’s number one will return to action before Christmas.
Caoimhin Kelleher will thus enjoy a period in the Premier League XI while Alisson recovers.
Andy Robertson is a long-term absentee, while doubts remain over the statuses of Thiago Alcantara and Stefan Bajectic.
Liverpool predicted lineup vs Fulham (4-3-3): Kelleher; Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Tsimikas; Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Salah, Nunez, Diaz.
The visitors will welcome back star midfielder Joao Palhinha after he missed Monday night’s win due to suspension. The Portugal international will likely replace Tom Cairney and partner Harrison Reed in Fulham’s pivot.
Marco Silva will be without Rodrigo Muniz, Issa Diop and Adama Traore for the Cottagers’ trip to Anfield.
Harry Wilson and Tosin Adarabioyo are both vying for starts this weekend.
Fulham predicted lineup vs Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Leno; Tete, Adarabioyo, Ream, Robinson; Reed, Palhinha; Wilson, Pereira, Willian; Vinicius.
Liverpool are a serious outfit once more and Klopp’s side at their apex often make little fuss against teams of Fulham’s calibre. While Marco Silva’s coaching should be lauded in the absence of a goalscorer, his side are poised to be fighting against the drop this season, especially if Palhinha departs in January.
The visitors simply don’t have the talent to concern Liverpool’s aggressive backline and they’re likely to succumb to the Anfield cauldron.
After last weekend’s point at Man City, the Reds should follow that up with a convincing win at home.
Prediction: Liverpool 3-0 Fulham
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