Reed's 97th-minute stunner sees Fulham snatch point against Liverpool
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Fulham 2-2 Liverpool: Harrison Reed's 97th-Minute Stunner Snatches Dramatic Point
The Premier League clash at Craven Cottage on January 4, 2026, ended in a thrilling 2-2 draw, with Fulham's Harrison Reed scoring a breathtaking 97th-minute equalizer to deny Liverpool a vital victory and dent their Champions League aspirations[1][2][5]. Kick-off was delayed 15 minutes due to a medical emergency in the crowd, but Fulham seized early momentum with high pressing that disrupted the Reds' rhythm[1].
Ex-Liverpool man Harry Wilson opened the scoring for Fulham after a brilliant pass from Raul Jimenez. Initially flagged offside, VAR overturned the decision, confirming Wilson onside for his low shot into the net, leaving Liverpool's defense frustrated[1]. Liverpool's Cody Gakpo posed the biggest threat, hitting the post with a stunning header from a right-wing cross and later forcing a deflection wide off Fulham's Anderson after a setup from Curtis Jones. Gakpo also spurned a golden chance, miscontrolling a lofted pass for a bobble shot, and missed an early opportunity inside the box[1][5][6].
At halftime, Fulham led 1-0, but the second half exploded into life. Florian Wirtz leveled for Liverpool with an impressive equalizer, before Gakpo appeared to clinch a winner[2][5]. However, Reed's screaming long-range strike—a season-contender from distance—rocketed into the net in the 97th minute, sparking wild celebrations and sinking Liverpool's hopes[2][5][6].
Post-match, Jamie Carragher slammed Ibrahima Konate's "lazy defending," highlighting defensive lapses that cost the visitors[3]. Fulham's resilience earned a deserved point, while Liverpool dropped crucial ground in the top-four race. Man of the match honors likely went to Reed for his match-defining heroics[2]. Extended highlights capture the chaos, with Gakpo's near-misses and Reed's thunderbolt stealing the show[4][7].
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