Trent Alexander-Arnold sealed a stunning late comeback with an 88th-minute winner, propelling Liverpool to victory in a thrilling seven-goal clash against Fulham at Anfield.
Down 3-2 in the 87th minute, Liverpool bounced back as Wataru Endo netted his debut Premier League goal, and moments later, Alexander-Arnold completed the turnaround.
Alexander-Arnold played a pivotal role in Liverpool’s 20th-minute opener, his free-kick rebounding off the crossbar and in off Fulham keeper Bernd Leno.
Despite Harry Wilson equalizing four minutes later, Alexis Mac Allister’s spectacular long-range strike restored Liverpool’s lead after 38 minutes.
Kenny Tete leveled for Fulham in first-half injury time, and Bobby De Cordova-Reid headed the Cottagers into an 80th-minute lead.
Fulham seemed poised to end Liverpool’s 13-month unbeaten home record, but the Reds maintained perfection at Anfield this season, cutting Arsenal’s lead to two points.
In a remarkable comeback, Liverpool, the Premier League’s comeback kings with 15 points from losing positions this season, secured victory with four brilliant strikes.
After Mohamed Salah’s early disallowed goal, Alexander-Arnold’s curling free-kick found the net, aided by a woodwork touch and Leno’s involvement.
Mac Allister’s exceptional top-corner strike 18 minutes later marked his debut goal for the Reds.
Despite Fulham’s threat early in the second half, Liverpool looked the likelier winners. Anfield held its breath as Darwin Nunez hit the crossbar and sent another effort off target.
Facing the prospect of their first home league defeat since October 2022, Liverpool, fueled by the Anfield crowd, witnessed Endo’s fine shot and Alexander-Arnold’s controlled knee and bottom-corner effort securing the thrilling win.
While Liverpool’s defending had moments of vulnerability and questions arise about goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher, temporarily replacing the injured Alisson, the Reds savor the joy of a dramatic victory.
