{"id":10715,"date":"2026-01-05T07:16:28","date_gmt":"2026-01-05T07:16:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/?p=10715"},"modified":"2026-01-05T07:16:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-05T07:16:28","slug":"fulham-2-2-liverpool-late-drama-at-craven-cottage-as-reed-denies-reds-in-added-time","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bangbet.com\/gh\/news\/fulham-2-2-liverpool-late-drama-at-craven-cottage-as-reed-denies-reds-in-added-time\/","title":{"rendered":"Fulham 2\u20132 Liverpool: Late Drama at Craven Cottage as Reed Denies Reds in Added Time"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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Fulham and Liverpool served up a pulsating 2-2 Premier League draw at Craven Cottage in a match packed with emotion, controversy, and late drama. The encounter, which kicked off 15 minutes late due to a medical emergency in the stands, saw goals at both ends and a dramatic twist deep into stoppage time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fulham Strike First Through Former Red<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The hosts made a bright start and were rewarded in the 17th minute when Harry Wilson<\/strong>, a product of Liverpool\u2019s academy, broke the deadlock. After a VAR review confirmed the goal, Wilson\u2019s composed finish put Fulham ahead and ignited the home crowd.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Fulham remained disciplined defensively in the first half, frustrating Liverpool\u2019s attacking rhythm and limiting clear-cut chances despite sustained pressure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Wirtz Leads Liverpool\u2019s Response<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Liverpool emerged with greater intensity after the break, and their pressure eventually told in the 57th minute. Florian Wirtz<\/strong> found space on the edge of the area and struck a precise effort past the Fulham goalkeeper to restore parity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The equaliser swung momentum firmly in Liverpool\u2019s favour, with the visitors dominating possession and territory as Fulham were forced deeper.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Late Chaos: Gakpo Scores, Reed Responds<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

As the clock ticked into added time, Liverpool thought they had completed the comeback. Cody Gakpo<\/strong> struck in the 94th minute, sparking celebrations among the travelling fans and appearing to seal all three points for the Reds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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However, Craven Cottage had one final twist. Deep into stoppage time, Harrison Reed<\/strong> netted his first goal since April 2023, capitalising on a late scramble to earn Fulham a dramatic and fully deserved point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Slot Reflects as Liverpool Stay Unbeaten<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Liverpool boss Arne Slot<\/strong> cut a frustrated figure at full-time, lamenting his side\u2019s lack of clinical finishing despite controlling 58% of possession. While the Reds created enough chances to win the game, wastefulness in front of goal ultimately proved costly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What the Result Means<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The draw extends Liverpool\u2019s unbeaten run to nine Premier League matches and keeps them fourth in the table with 34 points from 20 games. For Fulham, the result underlined their resilience and fighting spirit, particularly at home, where they continue to trouble top-six opposition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Final Verdict<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This 2-2 draw had everything\u2014early drama, VAR intervention, late goals, and a stunning stoppage-time equaliser. While Liverpool will rue missed opportunities, Fulham can take pride in a brave performance that earned them a point against one of the league\u2019s most in-form sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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