Liverpool’s £364 million attacking lineup faltered in a goalless draw against Fulham at Anfield on Sunday, as the home side struggled with cohesion and accuracy throughout the match. Despite moments of promise, Liverpool’s forwards were unable to convert opportunities, while Fulham’s disciplined defensive display ensured a valuable point on the road.

The game’s most notable chance came in the 22nd minute when Victor Muñoz, one of Liverpool’s smaller figures in the crowded penalty area, met a Szoboszlai corner with a flicked header that was acrobatically saved by Fulham goalkeeper Bernd Leno. Beyond this, Liverpool’s attack failed to gain significant momentum, with frequent mispasses and lapses in communication frustrating both players and supporters.

Florian Wirtz, in particular, struggled with precision; one misdirected pass failed to find Alexander Isak, while another attempt intended for Bradley Barcola was intercepted by the opposition. Barcola was substituted before the final 20 minutes, underscoring Liverpool’s ongoing challenge of integrating the £123 million winger effectively into their offensive scheme. Manager Andoni Iraola conceded that the recent physical and mental demands of their Champions League campaign may have affected performance, though he emphasized the need for internal adjustments moving forward.

Liverpool’s midfield was also unable to maintain consistent control. Ryan Gravenberch, reinstated in the starting lineup, was unable to influence the game as expected, contributing to a lack of fluency in the team’s build-up play.

In contrast, Fulham showcased tactical discipline and resilience, capitalizing on Liverpool’s errors with a solid defensive shape. New signing David Affengruber made a notable impact on his debut, bolstering the backline and contributing to the team’s overall solidity.

Fulham manager Xabi Alonso expressed satisfaction with his team’s performance, highlighting the players’ character and balance in both possession and transition phases. "We have been working all week on how important it is to be balanced when you have the ball and also when you lose it,” he said. “We could have scored one or two goals, we were a bit unlucky, but if we continue playing this way we will win games.”

The match ended 0-0, extending Liverpool’s search for offensive rhythm and raising questions about how their high-profile attacking ensemble will gel in competitive fixtures. Fulham’s result, meanwhile, offered encouragement that their tactical adjustments and new acquisitions could yield positive outcomes in the campaign ahead.