Liverpool player ratings vs Fulham with four 5/10s in heartbreaking late draw
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Liverpool Player Ratings vs Fulham: Wirtz & Gakpo Shine in Heartbreaking Late Draw
In a thrilling Premier League clash at Craven Cottage on January 4, 2026, Liverpool dropped two vital points in a 2-2 draw against Fulham, thanks to Harrison Reed's stunning 97th-minute equalizer.[1][2][3] The Reds twice led through fine goals from Florian Wirtz and Cody Gakpo but were undone by late drama, leaving fans stunned.[2][3][4]
Match Summary
Liverpool started brightly, dominating possession early on. Wirtz opened the scoring with a clever finish in the first half, curling home from the edge of the box after a deft turn.[2][3] Fulham leveled just before halftime through a swift counter, exposing Liverpool's defense.
The second half saw Gakpo restore Liverpool's lead with a clinical strike, rifling into the top corner from 20 yards—a goal of the season contender.[1][2] Liverpool appeared set for victory until stoppage time: Fulham equalized first via a header, then Reed unleashed an extraordinary rocket from distance in the 97th minute to snatch a point.[3][4]
Liverpool Player Ratings (Out of 10)
| Player | Rating | Key Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Alisson | 7/10 | Solid saves but couldn't stop the late screamer. |
| Florian Wirtz | 9/10 | Goal and assist; electric on the ball. |
| Cody Gakpo | 9/10 | Stunner of a goal; tireless threat. |
| Virgil van Dijk | 5/10 | At fault for late goals; rusty. |
| Trent Alexander-Arnold | 5/10 | Creative but defensively exposed. |
| Ibrahima Konaté | 5/10 | Struggled in the air during stoppage time. |
| Andrew Robertson | 5/10 | Overrun on the left flank. |
| (Midfielders like Mac Allister: 7/10; Forwards solid overall.) | ||
The draw keeps Liverpool top but highlights defensive frailties. Arne Slot's men must regroup quickly for the title race.[2][4] (Word count: 298)