Liverpool v Fulham
Play By Play
It's honours even at Anfield, where Liverpool and Fulham share the spoils following a generally low-key 0-0 draw. Both sides carried a decent threat going forward, but their respective final xG tallies of 1.13 and 0.71 epitomise the overall lacking of a cutting edge. Nevertheless, Liverpool remain unbeaten under Iraola, while it's enough to see Fulham break their duck and get their first point on the board under former Reds defender Arbeloa. The visitors went close to capitalising on a mix-up between Alisson and Gravenberch in the 11th minute, but the alert Jacquet was on the line to keep out Garcia's shot. At the other end, Munoz met Szoboszlai's corner on 22 minutes, but the Spain international was denied by the crossbar. Chances came at a premium thereon, though, and it wasn't until the 91st minute when either side came genuinely close to finding a winning goal. Isak peeled away from his marker at the near post to meet Szoboszlai's corner, but steered his glancing header wide of the target. Both teams switch their focus to the EFL Cup second round in midweek. Liverpool welcome Tottenham to Anfield, while Fulham make the short trip across London to face West Ham. Thanks for joining us today. Until next time, goodbye!
FULL-TIME: LIVERPOOL 0-0 FULHAM
Liverpool launch one final rally with Frimpong swinging a low ball across the area. Ngumoha attacks it at the far post, but can't steer the ball anywhere close to the goal. That should be that, with Fulham registering their first points of the campaign.
We're into the final 60 seconds at Anfield, with this contest fizzling out towards a stalemate. That is, of course, unless either side can find a winning goal. It's not looking likely at the moment, though.
OOH ISAK! The fourth official indicates there'll be four minutes of stoppage time, before Szoboszlai's free-kick deflects behind for a corner, which he goes across to take. Isak steals a yard on his man to meet the delivery at the near post. He can't connect properly, though, with the ball flashing across goal and wide.
There's a brief concern for Liverpool as Isak stays down following a challenge by Robinson, which earns the Reds a free-kick. Thankfully for their number nine, he's eventually back on his feet.
It's an important intervention by Kerkez. Berge lifts the ball into the area towards Kevin, who is shaped ready to volley at goal. However, the Liverpool defender gets his head to the ball, and manages to divert it away.
Fulham managed to maintain their discipline and cope in the absence of Tete, who is now back on the field. Can either side find that decisive quality to settle this contest?
Tete requires treatment after picking up a knock. That means he must leave the field for a minute. It gives Liverpool a chance to capitalise while having a numerical advantage.
Kerkez, after good work from Wirtz, looks to drive inside towards the area. He's stopped in his tracks by a late sliding challenge from Tete, who goes into the book.
We're into the final 10 minutes at Anfield. It's still goalless, but there's plenty of time for both sides to change that. Can either of them find the decisive breakthrough?
Kevin involved again as he lines a shot up from the edge of the box. However, he drags it not far wide of the far post.
There's a chance for Fulham, as Kevin whips a deep cross towards the far post. Muniz is unmarked, but his touch lets him down, and Liverpool can breathe.
Larsson comes on in place of Iwobi in the last of the changes.
King is also given a breather after another impressive display. He is replaced by Smith Rowe.
Fulham have a corner, but will make three changes before it's taken. Muniz replaces Garcia in the first one.
GOOD RUN, GOOD SHOT, GOOD SAVE! At the other end, King drives Fulham forward to the edge of the penalty area. The midfielder checks inside and takes aim, but Alisson does well to palm his shot away.
Mac Allister seeks out Isak with a long ball forward. However, it's just out of reach for the striker, who acknowledges his team-mate's efforts.
Frimpong is immediately involved on the overlap in the Fulham box. He cuts the ball back to compatriot Gakpo, but he can't get it under control. Liverpool appeal for a penalty when Mac Allister goes down, though the referee isn't interested.
Fulham also make a change, as Castagne goes off to be replaced by Kevin.
Another of the new signings makes way, as Araujo is replaced by Frimpong at right-back.
Changes for both sides at Anfield. Barcola's first Premier League start comes to an end, as he's replaced by Ngumoha.
The excitement grows among the home fans, as some play from Wirtz releases Barcola. He cuts the ball back towards Isak, but Fulham do well to intercept.
GOOD HIT! The hosts turn up the pressure. Szoboszlai exchanges passes with Mac Allister on the edge of the box, before unleashing a fierce strike with plenty of venom behind it. Leno is alert, though, and beats it away to safety.
We're still awaiting the breakthrough heading into the final 25 minutes at Anfield. The home fans do their best to rally their players by significantly raising the volume.
