Liverpool 1-1 Burnley: Edwards Stuns Anfield with Equaliser as Szoboszlai Pays the Penalty

Liverpool dropped crucial points in the Premier League title race, held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by struggling Burnley at Anfield on January 17, 2026. Despite dominating possession and chances, the Reds' inability to manage the game cost them dearly against the promoted side.[1][3][4][6]

The match began with Liverpool asserting early control, but tension mounted in the 40th minute when Burnley's Kerkez fouled inside the box, conceding a penalty. Dominik Szoboszlai stepped up but saw his effort saved brilliantly by the Burnley keeper, a miss that would haunt Liverpool.[6][8]

The hosts finally broke the deadlock just before halftime in the 42nd minute. Florian Wirtz latched onto a precise pass from Curtis Jones to slot home his opener, giving Liverpool a slender lead.[3][6][8]

Burnley, fighting relegation, grew into the second half. The equalizer arrived in the 65th minute when Marcus Edwards finished clinically from a Florentino assist, stunning the Anfield crowd and silencing the home dominance.[6][8]

Liverpool piled on pressure late but couldn't find a winner, echoing recent dropped points against other promoted teams. Manager Arne Slot lamented his side's wastefulness post-match, as the draw sees Liverpool cede ground to rivals Manchester City and Arsenal.[3][4]

Key stats: Liverpool 68% possession, 22 shots (9 on target) vs Burnley's 5 shots (2 on target). Scorers: Wirtz 42' (Liverpool), Edwards 65' (Burnley). Attendance: 53,000+ at Anfield.[1][2][5]