Overview
Fulham are in relatively good form, winning 2, drawing 2 and losing 1 in the last 5 rounds of the Premier League. Notably, they have met "big guys" such as Arsenal, Tottenham or Brighton but have not lost. With 22 goals after 15 rounds, the attack is the mainstay of the London representative.
Overall, Fulham have been playing quite well against top teams this season. However, against a Liverpool side that is so strong and stable, it is difficult for Fulham to create a surprise.
The Reds are still showing stability under new coach Arne Slot. A 1-0 win over Girona in midweek in the Champions League was the Reds' 18th consecutive unbeaten match in all competitions, including 16 wins.
Liverpool have a good balance in attack and defence at the moment. They have the second best attack in the Premier League (tied with Arsenal and behind Chelsea) with 29 goals, and also the best defence with only 11 goals conceded.
Furthermore, The Kop will have home advantage in the match against Fulham. Apart from the surprise defeat to Nottingham Forest, Liverpool have won all 10 remaining home matches this season. Arne Slot's team has scored 26 goals and conceded only 4. With this destructive form, it is very difficult for Fulham to think of getting any points away from Anfield.
In terms of head-to-head record, Liverpool also showed dominance over Fulham with 4 wins in the last 5 matches.
Human resources situation
Home side Liverpool are suffering from a defensive blow as Conor Bradley, Tsimikas and Brahim Konate are all ruled out through injury. Midfielder Mac Alister is also suspended, but goalkeeper Alison Becker could return.
On the other side of the front line, Fulham will not have the service of center-back Andersen due to injury. Most likely, they will keep the same formation as in the draw with Arsenal in the previous round.
Expected lineup:
Liverpool: Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Quansah, Van Dijk, Robertson, Gravenberch, Jones, Szoboszlai, Salah, Gakpo, Diaz.
Fulham: Leno, Tete, Cuenca, Diop, Robinson, Berge, Lukic, Iwobi, Smith Rowe, Adama, Jimenez.
The match between Liverpool and Fulham takes place at 22:00 on December 14 (Vietnam time).
