Fulham will host Liverpool in a Premier League fixture at Craven Cottage on Sunday, January 4, 2026. It is set to be a fascinating tussle between a midtable side pushing for upward momentum and a reigning champion under pressure to consolidate its top-four position. <\/p>
The Cottagers will be keen to cut the three-point gap that currently separates them from fourth-placed Liverpool in the table. Whereas, the Reds are arriving in west London seeking to arrest recent inconsistencies and make a statement on the road. <\/p>
Fulham have shown resilience in recent weeks. As a result, they have a 4-match unbeaten run in the league that includes wins over West Ham United and Nottingham Forest. They’ve also registered an average of 1.37 goals scored per match in the Premier League this season and conceding 1.42 on average. <\/p>
Their head coach Marco Silva has guided a balanced, if not spectacular, campaign. It has seen Fulham outperform expectations against better-fancied opposition. Whereas, Liverpool’s season so far has been marked by fluctuation. They’re boasting an eight-match unbeaten streak across all competitions.<\/p>
However, a goalless draw with Leeds United highlighted their struggles to break down organised defences without key figures such as Mohamed Salah available. The Reds are fourth in the league table. They have an impressive total xG figure (1.71) with 30 goals.<\/p>
They also have a stout defensive record compared to the rest of the division. This game carries intriguing narratives. Fulham will relish the opportunity to replicate their remarkable 3-2 win against Liverpool at Craven Cottage last season. It ended a long unbeaten run in head to head for the Merseyside side.<\/p>
Meanwhile, Liverpool’s adaptability without star names and their response to mid-season pressures will be heavily scrutinised here. With both sides capable of causing problems, this meeting could hinge on tactical execution and moments of individual quality.<\/p>