Liverpool VS Fulham Predictions
Reds Aim to Extend Unbeaten Run as Fulham Visit Anfield
Liverpool welcome Fulham to Anfield on Saturday as Arne Slot's side look to maintain their position atop the Premier League table.
Prediction:
Both teams to score, Liverpool to win any half, Liverpool to score first goal, Salah to score or assist and over 2.5 goals full time.
Data Analysis:
Liverpool have a 70.5% chance of victory according to statistical models, with a 2-0 win (10.61% probability) the most likely scoreline. However, Fulham have proven tricky opponents recently, suggesting a closer 2-1 result may be on the cards.
What's at stake:
Liverpool can extend their lead at the top of the table, while Fulham aim to continue their push for European qualification from 10th place.
Match decider:
Liverpool's home form and attacking prowess vs Fulham's resilience against top sides. The Reds have scored 2+ goals in their last 7 league games, but Fulham recently held Arsenal to a draw.
Players to watch out for:
Liverpool:
Mohamed Salah
Joint-top scorer in the league, aiming to equal Billy Liddell's club record.
Fulham:
Raúl Jiménez
Ended his scoring drought last week against Arsenal, would be a vital cog in Fulham attack
Players out:
Liverpool:
Mac Allister (suspended), Tsimikas, Bradley, Konaté, Chiesa (injured)
Fulham:
Nelson, Reed (injured), Cairney, Bassey (suspended), Andersen (doubtful)
Probable lineups:
Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Jones; Salah, Szoboszlai, Diaz; Gakpo
Fulham (4-2-3-1): Leno; Castagne, Diop, Cuenca, Robinson; Lukic, Pereira; Traore, Smith Rowe, Iwobi; Jimenez
Form:
Liverpool: WWWWDW (all competitions)
Fulham: WWLDWD (all competitions)
Head to Head: Liverpool have won 9 of the last 12 Premier League meetings, including a thrilling 4-3 victory at Anfield last season.
Key stats:
Liverpool undefeated in last 10 Premier League matches
21 goals scored in last 6 meetings between these sides
Fulham conceded in 5 of last 6 matches across all competitions
Liverpool scored 2+ goals in last 7 Premier League games
Cody Gakpo has 12 goals in last 16 Anfield starts
Liverpool's attack has been firing on all cylinders, averaging 2.07 goals per game in the league. Their possession-based style (58.2% average possession) and high number of touches in the opposition box (27.3 per game) have contributed to their offensive success. Defensively, they've been solid, conceding just 0.79 goals per game.
Fulham have shown they can compete with top sides, as evidenced by their recent draw with Arsenal. Their counter-attacking style (46.3% average possession) has proven effective, though they'll need to be clinical with their chances at Anfield. Defensively, they've conceded 1.33 goals per game, which may be tested against Liverpool's potent attack.
With both Salah and Alexander-Arnold chasing Billy Liddell's records, expect an energetic performance from Liverpool as they look to extend their lead at the top of the table.