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Liverpool will be facing in-form Fulham in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon at Craven Cottage. Liverpool's aspirations have taken a slight detour since the international break. Initially on track for an ideal season closeout under Jurgen Klopp, they now face the possibility of clinching just one trophy out of the four they were contending for just a few weeks ago.Β
Now positioned third in the Premier League standings, they trail leaders Manchester City by a narrow two-point margin after 32 games. The title race remains open, but Liverpool acknowledges that nothing short of perfection will suffice to claim their 20th league title.
This season, Liverpool's offensive prowess has been evident, with over 100 goals scored across all competitions and 72 in the league alone, maintaining an average of 2.25 goals per game.Β
Their next challenge comes against Fulham, a team that, while performing robustly, still finds itself just shy of the European qualification spots. This upcoming match at Craven Cottage β the fourth encounter between the two teams this season β presents Fulham with a chance to edge closer to European competition. However, Fulham faces the daunting fact that they have not secured a victory over Liverpool at their home ground since 2011, adding an extra layer of challenge to their ambitions.
Betting on Mohamed Salah to score at any time could be a smart choice, as he has been directly involved in a significant number of Liverpoolβs goals this season.
The betting tip is...
Mohamed Salah to score at any time
72 %
28 %
Fulham's form heading into their upcoming match against Liverpool is notably varied. The Cottagers have experienced a mix of results in their last five Premier League outings, winning two, drawing one, and losing two. Their most recent match saw them secure a commendable 2-0 victory against West Ham United away from home, with Andreas Pereira scoring both goals.
Despite a 1-0 loss to Newcastle in their latest match at Craven Cottage, Fulham has generally been strong at home. They have claimed victories over teams including Tottenham Hotspur and have averaged 1.75 points per game on their home turf, winning three of their last five home matches.
Rodrigo Muniz has emerged as a key player for Fulham this season, particularly during this phase of the campaign. The Brazilian striker has scored eight goals across all league matches this season, with three of those coming in his last five appearances.
Fulham has no new injuries or suspensions to worry about as they prepare for their upcoming match against Liverpool.
Predicted Lineup: Leno; Castagne, Adarabioyo, Bassey, Robinson; Palhinha, Cairney; Iwobi, Pereira, Willian; Muniz
Liverpool is in a period where regaining form is crucial, especially with important fixtures on the horizon. Their most recent Premier League challenge ended in a 1-0 defeat to Crystal Palace, with Ebere Eze scoring the decisive goal.
In their last away game, Liverpool managed a 2-2 draw against Manchester United, where despite being the dominant team, defensive errors allowed Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo to score. Mohamed Salah played a key role in securing a draw for Jurgen Klopp's side by scoring the equalizing goals.
Looking at their away performances, Liverpool has maintained a relatively strong record, averaging 1.93 points per game and winning three of their last five away games. Salah remains a crucial figure for Liverpool's offensive strategy, contributing to 26 goals in 26 league matches this season, although he has found the net only twice in his last five appearances.
Joel Matip and Thiago remain long-term absentees for Liverpool. Alisson is expected to return
Predicted Lineup: Alisson; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Jones, Endo, Mac Allister; Salah, Nunez, Diaz
Expect a tight contest with Liverpool's need for perfection possibly giving them the edge over Fulham, who have shown they can be resilient but might not have enough to overcome a determined Liverpool side.
Salah, as ever, will be crucial and likely pivotal in swinging the result Liverpool's way.
