Arne Slot said he was looking for more attack after Liverpool’s scoreless draw vs.Leeds, but unfortunately, the boss has limited experienced options to turn to for the match vs. Fulham. Mohamed Salah is still away with Egypt at AFCON, and Florian Wirtz’s status is in doubt after tweaking his hamstring.
Team News
The good news is that Joe Gomez has started training with the team again, but his status vs. Fulham will be a match-time decision. The same can be said of Wirtz. Slot says Wataru Endo is improving, but still not training with the club, while Alexander Isak and Giovani Leoni are months away from a return. Check out LFC Globe’s injury page for more details.
Tactical Verdict
Even though the draw with Leeds was disappointing, the Reds are still unbeaten in their last eight matches. Slot will stay with the 4-2-3-1 formation. The attack-minded Milos Kerkez will replace Andy Robertson, and Cody Gakpo will also get the start, while Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch will make a straight swap. If Wirtz can’t go, expect Gakpo to play more in the midfield. If he can, Gakpo will play a more traditional striker’s role. If Joe Gomez can come back in the lineup, that also allows Jeremie Frimpong to play in a more advanced role, giving Liverpool even more of an attacking presence.
Liverpool predicted starting lineup in a 4-2-3-1 formation vs Fulham, featuring Cody Gakpo and Milos Kerkez.
How Liverpool could line up against Fulham, with Milos Kerkez and Cody Gakpo expected to return to the side.
LFC Globe Verdict
Liverpool may be catching Fulham at the right time, as three of the Cottagers' top players are away at the AFCON: Calvin Bassey, Samuel Chukwueze, and Alex Iwobi. Harry Wilson is still dangerous as he leads Fulham in both goals and assists. I would love to see Slot give Rio Ngumoha more minutes, but if he was going to do that, it would have been against Leeds, not on the road at Craven Cottage.
Key Stat to Watch: Don’t expect a scoreless draw between these two clubs. The last time that happened was 1963, and Fulham have not been shut out against Liverpool since 2009.
Final Score Prediction: Fulham 1 - 3 Liverpool
Star Man: Hugo Ekitiké
Where To Watch
Match Info UK Broadcast US Broadcast Canada Broadcast
Kick-off 3:00 PM GMT 10:00 AM ET 10:00 AM ET
TV Channel Sky Sports Main Event USA Network/Telemundo FuboTV
Live Stream Sky Go / NOW Peacock FuboTV Canada