The Daily Star Ireland
Liverpool will be without key players, including first-choice goalkeeper Alisson, experienced defender Konaté, and promising full-backs Tsimikas and Bradley. Additionally, attackers Diogo Jota and Chiesa are doubtful, and midfielder MacAllister is suspended. Despite these absences, star player Salah, who has 13 goals and 8 assists in the Premier League, scored twice recently. Midfielder Curtis Jones also found the net against Newcastle. Forwards Gakpo, Luis Diaz, and Nunez are available to strengthen the attack.
Fulham coach will miss important defender Andersen and substitute midfielder Reed due to injuries. Midfielder Cairney is suspended, and striker Reiss Nelson, on loan from Arsenal, cannot play. However, Lukic returns from suspension, and winger Iwobi, who scored twice this week, is expected to start alongside playmaker Smith Rowe. Pereira and Jimenez, who were on the bench against Brighton, might start.
In the upcoming Liverpool vs. Fulham match, Fulham has shown resilience with draws against Arsenal and Tottenham but has also faced defensive issues, notably in a 4-1 loss to Wolves. Their 3-1 victory over Brighton highlighted their attacking capabilities. Liverpool’s high-pressing style and quick transitions, spearheaded by Salah and Nunez, will aim to exploit Fulham’s defensive weaknesses. Fulham must be at their best to counter Liverpool’s pressure and create scoring opportunities.
Prediction
Given Fulham’s recent defensive lapses, a 3-1 victory for Liverpool is predicted. Liverpool’s potent attack and home advantage are likely to secure a win, while Fulham might manage to score once.
Prediction: Liverpool 3 : 1 Fulham
