Liverpool 0-0 Fulham: Is it too early for Liverpool to worry?
BBC Sport explores whether Liverpool should be concerned after dropping more points at Anfield, drawing their third Premier League game of the season.
Key Takeaways:
- Unbeaten but Disappointing: Liverpool remain unbeaten in the league, but with only six points from four games, including three draws at home, it’s a disappointing start.
- Tired and Flat: The team looked physically and mentally tired after midweek Champions League action, contrasting sharply with their performance against Atletico Madrid.
- Lack of Creation: Andoni Iraola, the new Liverpool boss, identified a lack of creativity in attack as the main reason for the goalless draw.
- Mental State: Keeper Alisson emphasized the need for the team to have the right mental state when playing three games per week.
Quotable Points:
"What was lacking was quite clear, it is the first game we had problems to create chances and score goals and make the difference offensively…" – Andoni Iraola
"If we want to do something special [this season] we have to cope with playing a game Wednesday, Saturday and then Tuesday… We need to have the right mental state." – Alisson
The Details:
- Attacking Trio: Alexander Isak, Bradley Barcola, and Florian Wirtz started together for the first time, but Liverpool failed to create enough chances despite decent moments.
- Low Touches: Isak had the second fewest touches (16) of any outfield player in a Premier League game under Jurgen Klopp.
This draw raises questions about Liverpool’s ability to maintain consistency and intensity throughout a demanding schedule. While early in the season, it already prompts discussions about whether they can mount a serious title challenge.
