
Fulham are set to welcome at Craven Cottage in a pivotal clash on Sunday afternoon, with the Reds looking to edge closer to clinching the title. Following their narrow 1-0 victory in the intense Merseyside derby against on Wednesday night, Liverpool will seek to maintain their formidable unbeaten streak against Fulham.
squad nabbed a crucial three points at Anfield during the week thanks to second-half goal as they maintained their lead at the top. The match wasn't without its contentious moments however, as Everton's James Tarkowski's hefty challenge on sparked widespread calls for a red card from spectators and analysts.
Tarkowski was only handed a yellow card after a strict VAR examination, but reported that the PGMOL are understood to agree that although the defender initially connected with the ball, his excessive follow-through merited an elevated punishment to a sending off. Mike Dean explained: "He should have gone to the screen and he should be off.
"It is a horrible challenge. I don't care what the Match Centre says. It was a stonewall red card." It is said that the professional refereeing body acknowledges that a pitch-side review ought to have been suggested, which likely would have led to the original call being reversed.
Conversely, Fulham aim to return to their winning form after succumbing to a 2-1 loss against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, reports . Goals from Mikel Merino and , who made a triumphant return, ensured a victory for the Gunners, despite Fulham's late rally with a 94th-minute goal from Rodrigo Muniz.
The previous encounter between these two teams was nothing short of thrilling, ending in a gripping 2-2 draw in December 2024. Liverpool's goals were netted by Cody Gakpo and Jota, while was sent off in the 17th minute.
Fulham managed to secure a point thanks to goals from Andreas Pereira and Muniz - and supporters will be hoping for another heroic performance against the Reds come Sunday afternoon. However, Liverpool are likely to enter today's clash with greater confidence, having remained unbeaten in their last six away league games against Fulham.
The home team has only managed one win in their last 13 Premier League matches against Liverpool, a 1-0 victory at Anfield in March 2021.
How to watch Fulham vs LiverpoolUK viewers can catch Sunday's early match between Fulham and Liverpool on Sky Sports. The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports' Premier League and Main Event channels from 1pm, with the game set to kick off at 2pm.
Sky Sports subscribers can catch the football action live through the Sky Sports app or on their TV. Alternatively, viewers can purchase a £14.99 NOW TV Day Membership to watch the match, which also includes access to the Manchester derby scheduled for a 4:30 pm kickoff.
Team NewsReds boss Slot has confirmed that both and will miss out against Fulham. During a press conference, Slot revealed that Conor Bradley's inclusion in the game hung in the balance, as a decision had yet to be made, while goalkeeper is strill progressing in his recovery from a recent concussion sustained on international duty.
Speaking via Liverpool's official website, Slot said: "Of course, Trent [Alexander-Arnold] and Joe [Gomez] will not be back in the upcoming weeks. Conor [Bradley], we have to wait and see if he is ready to be with the squad for Sunday. And with Ali [Alisson], it is simple: it is a concussion and you have to tick all the boxes. The moment he does, he will be in goal. The moment he doesn't, we are following the protocol."
Fulham manager is also facing squad issues, as Reiss Nelson remains sidelined following hamstring surgery carried out in February, and Harry Wilson continues his battle with injury. Right-back Kenny Tete's return remains under question despite his return to training after experiencing a knee injury against Liverpool last December 2024.
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