Liverpool vs Fulham Prediction: Key Stats, Lineups, and Betting Tips

Liverpool return to Anfield on 12 September 2026 looking to build on an unbeaten start to the new Premier League campaign when they host a Fulham side already under early-season pressure. With 5 points from their opening 3 matches and a +2 goal difference, Liverpool sit 6th and know that home fixtures like this are crucial if they are to stay in touch with the early pace-setters.

Fulham arrive on Merseyside in starkly contrasting shape. Three straight defeats, 4 goals scored and 7 conceded have left them 19th with zero points and an early “Relegation - Championship” tag in the standings. This trip to Anfield is hardly the ideal place to arrest that slide, but Marco Silva’s side have troubled Liverpool before and will look to their attacking flashes to spring an upset.

The historical head-to-head at Anfield, Liverpool’s attacking numbers so far, and Fulham’s defensive fragility all feed into a compelling betting landscape for this clash, with the hosts heavy favourites but the goal markets particularly interesting for punters.

Liverpool vs Fulham Key Stats

• Liverpool are 6th with 5 points from 3 matches (1 win, 2 draws, 0 defeats), scoring 6 and conceding 4.
• At Anfield in April 2026, Liverpool beat Fulham 2-0 in the Premier League, having also scored 4 against them at home in December 2023.
• In 2026 Premier League statistics, Liverpool average 2.0 goals scored per match and have kept 1 clean sheet in 3 games, while failing to score in none.

Liverpool vs Fulham — Tale of the Tape

• Position: 6 vs 19
• Points: 5 vs 0
• Goals For: 6 vs 4
• Goals Against: 4 vs 7
• Clean Sheets: Liverpool 1, Fulham 0 (2026 Premier League statistics)

The early table underlines the gap between these sides. Liverpool have taken 5 points from 3 matches, with a positive goal difference and no defeats. Their attack has been consistent, scoring exactly 2 goals in each of their three outings so far. Defensively, 4 goals conceded in 3 matches is not elite, but it has been enough to keep them unbeaten.

Fulham, by contrast, are in immediate trouble. Three defeats from three, with 4 goals scored and 7 conceded, leave them 19th. They have at least found the net in both home matches, averaging 2.0 goals at Craven Cottage, but they drew a blank in their only away outing and are yet to record a clean sheet. Over 3 games, they are conceding an average of 2.3 goals per match, a worrying trend heading into a trip to Anfield.

Liverpool vs Fulham Key Matchups

A. Isak vs Joshua King

Alexander Isak has hit the ground running for Liverpool in the 2026 Premier League season. In 3 appearances (all starts) and 244 minutes, he has scored 3 goals, averaging a goal every 81 minutes. He has taken 7 shots with 5 on target, underlining both volume and accuracy, and carries a strong overall rating of 7.77. His involvement is not limited to finishing; 36 completed passes at 83% accuracy and 2 key passes show he can link play as well.

For Fulham, Joshua King has been the standout attacking midfielder. The 18-year-old has played every minute so far (270 minutes in 3 starts), scoring 2 of Fulham’s 4 league goals. He has taken 6 shots with 3 on target, created 3 key passes from 109 total passes at 83% accuracy, and posted a 7.01 rating. King’s work without the ball is notable too, with 5 tackles, 2 blocks and 1 interception, making him pivotal in transitions. The battle between Isak’s penalty-box precision and King’s all-round threat will heavily influence the attacking output of both sides.

C. Gakpo vs Fulham midfield unit

Cody Gakpo has emerged as Liverpool’s creative hub. Across 3 appearances (all starts) and 251 minutes, he has 1 goal and 3 assists, directly contributing to two-thirds of Liverpool’s 6 league goals so far. His 88 completed passes at 84% accuracy include 8 key passes, highlighting his ability to unlock defences. Defensively, he has chipped in with 6 tackles, 1 block and 5 interceptions, underlining his work rate in a pressing system.

Fulham’s midfield will need to collectively contain Gakpo’s influence between the lines. Players like S. Berge, A. Iwobi and Joshua King will have to close passing lanes and track his movement. Given Fulham’s average of 2.3 goals conceded per match and zero clean sheets, their capacity to disrupt Gakpo’s rhythm could be the difference between staying competitive and being overrun.

Head-to-Head: Last Meetings

This fixture has produced high-scoring and often dramatic encounters in recent years, with Liverpool generally dominant at Anfield but Fulham capable of causing problems, especially at Craven Cottage.

• 11 April 2026: Liverpool 2-0 Fulham (Premier League)
• 04 January 2026: Fulham 2-2 Liverpool (Premier League)
• 06 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)

Liverpool vs Fulham Prediction

Everything points towards Liverpool controlling this match. Their recent form is solid, with no defeats in three and 6 goals scored, while Fulham have lost all three of their fixtures and are leaking goals at a worrying rate. The comparison metrics back this up: Liverpool are significantly ahead on form, attack and defence indices, and the Poisson index is overwhelmingly in their favour.

The win probabilities reinforce the picture of a strong home favourite but with a substantial draw element. The forecast gives Liverpool a 45% chance of victory, the draw also at 45%, and Fulham just 10%. That suggests Liverpool are expected to dominate territory and chances, but there is some respect for Fulham’s ability to stay in the game, especially given recent competitive scorelines between the sides.

Predicted Score: Liverpool 2-1 Fulham
With the goals projection expressed as thresholds rather than exact scores, the safest call is a narrow but deserved Liverpool win, with Fulham likely to find a goal yet again.

Liverpool Recent Form

Liverpool’s recent Premier League form reads WDD, reflecting a steady if not spectacular start. They have scored 2 goals in each of their three matches, showing consistent attacking output, and remain unbeaten with 1 win and 2 draws. Defensively, they have conceded 4 goals across those games, but with one clean sheet and no defeats, the platform is solid.

Fulham Recent Form

Fulham’s form is starkly negative at this early stage: LLL. Three straight defeats underline their struggles at both ends. They have scored 4 goals in 3 matches, all at home, but conceded 7, including 1 in their only away match where they failed to score. The numbers suggest a side capable of creating chances but too open defensively and lacking control in key moments.

Liverpool Possible Starting Lineup

Likely key players (by position):
Goalkeeper: Alisson Becker
Defenders: R. Araújo, J. Gomez, V. van Dijk, M. Kerkez, K. Tsimikas, J. Frimpong
Midfielders: R. Gravenberch, A. Mac Allister, D. Szoboszlai, F. Wirtz, C. Gakpo, J. McConnell, T. Nyoni, Joshua Abe, Víctor Muñoz
Forwards: A. Isak, F. Chiesa, B. Barcola, H. Ekitike, L. Koumas, R. Ngumoha, J. Lambie, W. Wright

Liverpool have consistently used a 4-2-3-1 shape in their three league matches, and the squad composition supports that again here. Alisson Becker provides stability in goal, while V. van Dijk and R. Araújo offer a powerful central defensive pairing, with M. Kerkez and J. Frimpong or K. Tsimikas as dynamic full-backs. In midfield, the technical quality of A. Mac Allister, D. Szoboszlai and F. Wirtz, combined with the creativity of C. Gakpo and the finishing of A. Isak, gives Liverpool multiple routes to goal. The depth in attacking positions also allows for strong options from the bench if the game state demands it.

Fulham Possible Starting Lineup

Likely key players (by position):
Goalkeepers: B. Leno, B. Lecomte
Defenders: J. Andersen, C. Bassey, T. Castagne, Jorge Cuenca, K. Tete, A. Robinson, D. Affengruber, L. De Fougerolles
Midfielders: S. Berge, T. Cairney, A. Iwobi, Joshua King, S. Charles, H. Larsson, Manuel Ángel, C. Nwoko, César Palacios, H. Reed, R. Sessegnon, E. Smith Rowe
Forwards: Gonzalo García, Kevin, J. Kusi-Asare, Rodrigo Muniz, M. Zepa

Fulham have also favoured a 4-2-3-1 structure across their three league matches. B. Leno is the likely starter in goal, with a back four built around J. Andersen and C. Bassey or Jorge Cuenca. Full-backs T. Castagne and A. Robinson provide width but will have to be disciplined against Liverpool’s wide threats. In midfield, S. Berge and A. Iwobi offer experience, while Joshua King is emerging as a key attacking midfielder. Up front, Rodrigo Muniz and the likes of Gonzalo García or Kevin will be tasked with converting the limited chances Fulham are likely to get at Anfield.

Liverpool Team News

No significant absences reported.

Fulham Team News

No significant absences reported.

Injuries & Suspensions

Liverpool:

• None reported.

Fulham:

• None reported.

Betting Tips: Liverpool vs Fulham

Exactly 3 distinct markets, based on current stats and available odds:

• Result Tip: Back Liverpool to win. The prediction model gives Liverpool a 45% chance of victory and Fulham only 10%, with the hosts unbeaten (WDD) and Fulham on LLL. The market strongly agrees: home odds range from 1.40 to 1.48, implying roughly 67.6% to 71.4% probability. That makes Liverpool a justified short-priced favourite in the Match Winner market.
• Goals Tip: Liverpool to win & over 1.5 total goals (if available with your bookmaker). Liverpool’s matches average 3.3 goals (6 scored, 4 conceded in 3 games), while Fulham’s average is also 3.7 (4 scored, 7 conceded). Recent H2H at Anfield has produced 4-3, 2-2 and 2-0 scorelines. With main Match Winner odds around 1.40–1.48 and Fulham conceding 2.3 goals per game, combining a home result with a modest goals line is a logical angle.
• Value Tip: A. Isak to score anytime. Isak has 3 goals in 3 appearances, with 5 of his 7 shots on target and a strong 7.77 rating, making him Liverpool’s primary goal threat. While player-specific odds are not listed here, his current form and Liverpool’s attacking metrics (2.0 goals per game, no matches without scoring) suggest that any price close to or above even-money for an anytime goal could offer value compared to the team’s short Match Winner odds of 1.40–1.48.

Odds are accurate at the time of writing and subject to change.
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