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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Andy Hampson

Liverpool left frustrated as Fulham claim first Premier League point of season

  • Fulham earned their first Premier League point of the season after frustrating Liverpool to a goalless draw at Anfield.
  • Liverpool struggled to create clear-cut chances despite fielding their £100million-plus attacking trio of Bradley Barcola, Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak.
  • Managed by former Liverpool defender Alvaro Arbeloa, Fulham were the brighter side for long spells, with Josh King threatening and Gonzalo Garcia having an effort cleared off the line.
  • Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola remains unbeaten but made early second-half substitutions to revive a leggy display, leaving him with plenty to ponder regarding squad performance.
  • Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno made key saves, including denying a Victor Munoz header, as the visitors withstood late pressure to secure a well-earned clean sheet.

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Why Liverpool’s drab draw with Fulham showed Andoni Iraola’s biggest issue

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