Liverpool vs Fulham: Latest team news, predicted lineups and score prediction

Liverpool will face Arbeloa's Fulham in an Anfield match after a victorious Champions League night against Atletico Madrid in the same stadium. Liverpool are sitting in 5th position in the Premier League with 1 win and 2 draws from the first 3 matches of the league, while Fulham are in the relegation zone without gaining a single point from opening 3 matches in the league.

Andoni Iroala's Liverpool side are looking to strengthen their position in the Premier League, and Arbeloa is looking to gain the first point and bring the team out of the relegation zone following a busy summer transfer window.

Match Information

Fixture: Liverpool vs Fulham Competition: Premier League Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 Kick-off: 2:00 PM UTC Venue: Anfield, Liverpool, England Teams: Liverpool vs. Fulham Match: Matchweek 4 

Head to Head: Last 5 Meetings

Liverpool have the edge in the last five meetings, winning two, drawing two, and losing one against Fulham. 

11 April 2026: Liverpool 2–0 Fulham—Premier League

4 January 2026: Fulham 2–2 Liverpool—Premier League

6 April 2025: Fulham 3–2 Liverpool—Premier League

14 December 2024: Liverpool 2–2 Fulham—Premier League

21 April 2024: Fulham 1–3 Liverpool—Premier League

Last 5 records: Liverpool 2 wins, Fulham 1 win, 2 draws.

Goals: Liverpool 11, Fulham 8.

Key Players to Watch

Florian Wirtz: Florian Wirtz could be one of Liverpool's most important players against Fulham. His ability to operate between the lines, combine in tight spaces, and create chances could prove decisive if the visitors defend deep.

Gonzalo Garcia: Gonzalo García could provide Fulham with an important threat through his movement off the ball. His ability to attack spaces behind Liverpool's defensive line could create problems if the hosts push their full-backs forward.

Team News

Liverpool’s Bradley Barcola and Kerkez subbed off against Atletico Madrid due to discomfort. Manager Iroala confirmed that both players didn’t sustain an injury and will be available for selection against Fulham, while Gakpo and Joe Gomez will undergo a late fitness test to confirm their availability.

Players including Hugo Ekitike and Giovanni Leone are expected to be available in November for the selection after long-term injuries.

Fulham’s only injury concern is Tom Cairney due to a knee injury; he will not be available against Liverpool.

Where the Game Could Be Won

Liverpool's ability to win the ball and transition quickly could be one of the decisive factors at Anfield. Fulham will need to remain compact while finding ways to disrupt Liverpool's midfield through Sander Berge and Alex Iwobi.

If they could dominate over Liverpool's midfield, which is defensively unstable, then the match could be an end-to-end encounter in an Anfield

Predicted Lineups

Liverpool: Alisson, Araujo, Jacquet, Van Dijk, Tsimikas, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai, Munoz, Wirtz, Ngumoha, Isak 

Fulham: Leno, Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson, Berge, Charles, Iwobi, King, Palacios, Garcia 

Prediction

Liverpool's unbeaten start, home advantage and attacking quality give them the edge at Anfield. Fulham could cause problems in transition, but Liverpool should have enough quality to control the game and create the clearer chances.

Liverpool 3:1 Fulham