Liverpool 2-2 Fulham: Premier League leaders ‘phenomenal in the face of adversity’ in Fulham draw

Not only did Liverpool fight for a point despite the circumstances, but title rivals Arsenal failed to capitalize as they were held to a goalless draw by Everton.

It meant the Reds, who saw their advantage cut after last weekend’s Merseyside derby was postponed due to severe weather, extended their lead to five points before nearest challengers Chelsea host Brentford on Sunday (19:00 GMT ).

“Liverpool were phenomenal. They went down to 10 men and didn’t feel sorry for themselves,” former Premier League striker Chris Sutton told BBC Radio 5 Live.

“It was a brilliant game. I thought Liverpool were phenomenal in adversity.”

Liverpool have won 19 and lost just one of 23 games since the Dutchman replaced Jurgen Klopp in the summer, and they also sit top of the Champions League table with a perfect record in that competition.

With 10 men, against a Fulham side enjoying the club’s best start to a Premier League season since 2003, the Reds still finished the game with more than 60% possession and led a host of attacking metrics, including shots, big chances and touches in the opposition. box.

The trick, according to Liverpool captain Virgil van Dijk, was to “remain calm” – although he added that is “easier said than done”.

“A great comeback, it’s very positive. It’s disappointing to have 10 men, but we showed fight,” Van Dijk told Sky Sports.