Liverpool secured a dramatic 4-3 victory against Fulham at Anfield, with two late goals sealing all three points in a thrilling encounter. Here’s a detailed evaluation of individual player performances in the match:

Defender:

Caoimhin Kelleher (5): Despite receiving prior acclaim, Kelleher had a challenging outing, marking one of his subpar performances in a Liverpool jersey. His goalkeeping fell short of the expected standard, with Adrian observing from the bench.

Trent Alexander-Arnold (9): Following his crucial equalizer against Manchester City, Alexander-Arnold continued his impressive form. He showcased his set-piece prowess with a sensational free-kick and sealed the win with flair.

Virgil van Dijk (6): While not overly tested, the Liverpool captain could have displayed more authority in the game, especially during Fulham’s scoring opportunities.

Joel Matip (5): Matip’s lapse in marking allowed Harry Wilson to punish his former club. The concern now lies in Matip’s fitness for the upcoming festive fixtures after sustaining an injury.

Kostas Tsimikas (6): Despite recent consistent performances, Tsimikas faced a challenging moment when Bobby Decordova-Reid scored for Fulham. Fortunately, the impact of Trent Alexander-Arnold proved pivotal.

Midfielder:

Dominik Szoboszlai (6): Jurgen Klopp’s decision to substitute Szoboszlai early indicated a below-par performance. The Hungarian midfielder struggled to find his rhythm against Fulham.

Alexis Mac Allister (8): Mac Allister responded brilliantly to Alexander-Arnold’s free-kick with a stunning 30-yard goal. His midfield display was a highlight, contributing significantly to Liverpool’s attack.

Ryan Gravenberch (6): Given the start over Curtis Jones, Gravenberch failed to live up to expectations, with pre-match fitness criticisms from Phil Thompson adding to the scrutiny.

Attacker:

Mohamed Salah (5): Salah missed a historic milestone, failing to score his 200th goal for Liverpool. However, his late assist for Wataru Endo played a crucial role in securing the vital three points.

Darwin Nunez (6): Despite debuting a new hairstyle, Nunez struggled to make an impact, enduring a frustrating day at Anfield with limited chances.

Luis Diaz (5): After a series of electric performances, Diaz had an off day against Fulham, narrowly avoiding being substituted early.

Subs:

Joe Gomez (5): Despite allowing Alexander-Arnold to play in midfield, Gomez’s impact was limited in helping Liverpool secure points.

Cody Gakpo (N/A): No notable contribution from Gakpo.

Ibrahima Konate (N/A): Limited involvement with no significant impact.

Wataru Endo (7): Emerging as the hero, Endo scored his first goal for Liverpool in an impressive fashion, proving instrumental in the team’s comeback.