Liverpool hosts Fulham at Anfield in Premier League clash

Liverpool welcome Fulham to Anfield on September 12 for a Gameweek 4 Premier League fixture that, on paper at least, looks like a mismatch. The Reds are unbeaten through the opening weeks of the 2026-27 campaign with two league victories already banked. Fulham, meanwhile, have zero points from three matches and sit dead last in the standings.

Kickoff is set for 15:00 GMT, with US viewers able to catch the action on Peacock at 10:00 ET.

Liverpool’s flying start under Iraola

Andoni Iraola’s tenure at Anfield has begun about as smoothly as any manager could hope. Two wins from two in league play would be impressive enough on its own, but the midweek Champions League victory over Atlético Madrid, a 2-1 result against one of Europe’s most defensively stubborn sides, adds a layer of genuine momentum.

The squad Iraola inherited retains its spine of proven winners. Alisson remains between the posts. Virgil van Dijk continues to anchor the backline. And then there’s Florian Wirtz, whose arrival has injected a creative sharpness into Liverpool’s attacking play.

One cloud hovering over team selection is the fitness of Cody Gakpo. An injury concern around the Dutch forward could force Iraola into a tactical reshuffle, though Liverpool’s squad depth means this is more of a minor inconvenience than a genuine crisis.

The Reds’ recent record against Fulham at Anfield reinforces the home side’s confidence. Liverpool dispatched their London visitors 2-0 when the two sides last met at this ground back in April 2026.

Fulham’s nightmare opening and Arbeloa’s baptism of fire

Three matches played, three losses recorded, zero points collected. The results read as follows: 0-3 to Chelsea, 2-4 to Sunderland, and 1-3 to Crystal Palace. Across those three defeats, Fulham have shipped ten goals.

Alvaro Arbeloa, the former Real Madrid and Liverpool full-back, took over from Marco Silva during the summer. The predicted lineups suggest Fulham includes the likes of Bernd Leno in goal and Alex Iwobi in midfield.

Historical context and what to watch

The predicted lineups suggest Liverpool will field their strongest available eleven, with the established core of Alisson, van Dijk, and Wirtz all expected to start. Fulham’s selection will likely hinge on whether Arbeloa prioritizes defensive solidity or tries to maintain an attacking threat.

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