Fulham v Liverpool Live: Wirtz Levels with Second Premier League Goal After Wilson’s Strike

Premier League match at Craven Cottage, January 4, 2026. Fulham (8-3-8, 27 pts, 12th) host Liverpool (10-3-6, 33 pts, 4th).[1][2]

Match Summary

The thrilling Premier League clash at Craven Cottage saw Fulham take an early lead against Liverpool. In the 22nd minute, Welsh winger Harry Wilson unleashed a stunning strike, firing Fulham 1-0 ahead. This marked his fifth goal involvement in his last eight league home games, showcasing his resurgence under manager Marco Silva.[3]

Liverpool, managed by Arne Slot, dominated possession early but struggled to break down Fulham's defense. Key moments included a 5th-minute corner for the visitors after Joachim Andersen's clearance, followed by blocked shots from Cody Gakpo (assisted by Curtis Jones) and Florian Wirtz from outside the box at the 6th minute and 9th minute. Goalkeeper Samuel Amissah was pivotal for Fulham.[1]

The game leveled when Florian Wirtz netted his second Premier League goal of the season, equalizing for Liverpool. The German midfielder's clinical finish sparked renewed hope for the Reds, who sit fourth amid a tight top-six race—behind Arsenal (48 pts), Aston Villa (42 pts), and Manchester City (41 pts).[1][3]

Team News & Context

• Fulham: Buoyed by last season's 3-2 win over Liverpool (their first in 15 H2Hs), they aim to climb from mid-table.[4]
• Liverpool: Eyeing January reinforcements, with ESPN tracking Slot's squad plans. Standings pressure mounts with Man Utd (31 pts) and Chelsea (30 pts) close behind.[1]

League Standings Snapshot

Team	GP	W	D	L	GD	Pts
Arsenal	20	15	3	2	+26	48
Aston Villa	20	13	3	4	+9	42
Man City	19	13	2	4	+26	41
Liverpool	19	10	3	6	+4	33
Fulham	19	8	3	8	-1	27

Live updates continue as both sides push for a decisive edge in this pulsating encounter.[1][2][5] (298 words)