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Fulham 2-2 Liverpool: Harrison Reid’s wonder goal quickly canceled out Kodi Gakpo’s late goal in dramatic stoppage time at Craven Cottage in west London<\/h2>\n
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January 4, 2026, 17:18<\/span>Updated January 4, 2026 17:25<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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\n<\/figure>\n<\/div><\/span>Arne Slott’s team failed to put in an inspiring performance<\/span>(Image: Justin Setterfield\/Getty Images)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n
Harrison Reid scored a wonder strike in stoppage time at Craven Cottage to deny Liverpool the three points. Kodi Gakpo thought he had scored the winning goal moments earlier as the Reds drew 2-2 with Fulham.<\/p>\n
Harry Wilson’s stunning strike, which was initially ruled to be offside, was eventually cleared at Craven Cottage. The former Liverpool ace disciplined his former employer with a ruthlessness lacking without Hugo Ekitike.<\/p>\n
Liverpool lacked fluency and couldn’t find their intensity until the second period. Kodi Gakpo found the back of the net, but his shot went offside and was quickly canceled out.<\/p>\n
The next person to see the flag was Florian Wirtz, who had found an acre of space in the Fulham area. On this occasion, the German player was allowed to celebrate late as VAR intervened to allow the goal to be conceded.<\/p>\n
In the 77th minute, Wilson tried to take advantage of Alisson off his line, but could only hit the bar and Liverpool had no choice but to count their blessings in the 77th minute. The twist remained.<\/p>\n
Gakpo scored a late tap-in and looked to have given Liverpool all three points. Substitute Reid had other ideas to give Fulham a deserved share of the spoils.<\/p>\n
read more: Arne Slott’s issue concerns Hugo Ekitike’s injury, latest update with big concerns for Arsenal<\/span><\/span>read more: Premier League announces new perspective after VAR intervention forced in Fulham vs Liverpool<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n
Mirror Football covers the talking points arising from the match.<\/p>\n
No forward<\/h3>\n
Signing Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitike in the summer felt like overkill, but that didn’t prevent Liverpool from missing a recognized striker against Fulham. It was clear the Reds were lacking a clinician after just 11 minutes when stand-in striker Kodi Gakpo failed to finish a defence-slicing pass from Curtis Jones.<\/p>\n
Gakpo’s belated efforts may offer some hope, but they will not provide long-term security.<\/p>\n
Liverpool should be able to call up Ekitike soon after suffering a minor injury, but manager Arne Slott’s warning that the Frenchman is struggling to cope with the workload left by Isak’s injury is worrying. Liverpool have already failed to reach the heights of last season, but Ekitike is showing rare brilliance. There is little risk.<\/p>\n
The delicate situation will also serve as a reminder of Mo Salah’s true importance. The sooner he returns to Anfield from AFCON, the better for Liverpool.<\/p>\n
I’m worried about Wirtz.<\/h3>\n
Has Florian Wirths turned a corner? After his record transfer and a slow start to life in the Premier League, it’s still hard to tell.<\/p>\n
Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher said: “Wurtz is definitely improving. He’s been an outstanding player for Liverpool in recent weeks.<\/p>\n
After the first half at Craven Cottage, you could be forgiven for wondering whether that was a compliment or a criticism of his team-mates. But Werts will be judged on his impact and he certainly found the back of the net against Fulham.<\/p>\n
The fact that he was substituted with 15 minutes left and a goal still needed probably says a lot about how he is still perceived by Arne Slott.<\/p>\n
wilson fire<\/h3>\n
While Liverpool often lacked penetration and pace, Harry Wilson did well enough to score the opening goal. The Wales international is in top form and continues to score impressive goals four years after leaving Anfield.<\/p>\n
Wilson only has six months left on his contract with Fulham, but negotiations with the Cottage have yet to make any progress. If he continues like this, Premier League rivals will soon be looking to lure him elsewhere as a true impact maker.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/figure>\n<\/div><\/span>Harry Wilson scores against Liverpool<\/span>(Image: Justin Setterfield\/Getty Images)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Handbrake off?<\/h3>\n
If so, Liverpool looked firmly in first gear to start the game. The match was played at a walking pace and there were few signs of life.<\/p>\n
The club were focused on results rather than exhilarating football as they looked to turn their season around, but were punished by Fulham on Sunday. After Harry Wilson’s goal, Liverpool didn’t create any gaps to concede any chances, leaving one foot floating above the break.<\/p>\n
Jamie Carragher called for exciting football to help the Reds build momentum. You certainly need to find at least some control if you don’t want your cautiousness to be constantly punished.<\/p>\n
Silva puts an end to his unwanted record<\/h3>\n
Fulham manager Marco Silva has lost all 11 games against the reigning Premier League champions. This was the highest loss rate of any manager in the competition at 100%.<\/p>\n
Sunday’s draw ended that streak and Silva will have Harrison Reid to thank.<\/p>\n
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\n<\/figure>\n<\/div><\/span>Harrison Reed hits a stunner.<\/span>(Image: Clive Rose\/Getty Images)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
offside delay<\/h3>\n
It has often been said that the introduction of technology will lead to faster decision-making and fewer stoppages in play, but that doesn’t seem to be the case. There’s no denying that the two goals that had been ruled out by VAR were allowed, but it was clear that much of the joy had already been sucked out of the celebrations.<\/p>\n
Semi-automatic offside was supposed to improve the “speed, efficiency and consistency of the process”. Nobody probably expected to wait more than three minutes for a decision in early January.<\/p>\n
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