Liverpool vs Fulham
Today, Liverpool welcomes Fulham to Anfield for a scintillating clash in the Premier League. As the teams prepare to go toe-to-toe, here are ten key things to know about the match:
Current Standings - Liverpool is atop the Premier League table, having dropped points in only one game this season.
Fulham, meanwhile, lies 10th, in decent form at the start of their campaign.
Recent Form
Liverpool are looking for their 10th successive win at Anfield in all competitions.Fulham comes into this game with a mixed bag of results, beating Brighton, drawing against Arsenal and Tottenham.
Injury Updates
Fulham will be without key players, Calvin Bassey suspended and Joachim Andersen injured.Liverpool's Alexis Mac Allister is out as he is suspended while Diogo Jota and Federico Chiesa are available for selection.
Match Officials
Today's official referee is Tony Harrington with Darren Cann and Steve Meredith as assistants. The VAR will be Stuart Attwell.Kickoff Time and Broadcast
The kick-off is at 3 PM GMT. However, the match will not be televised live in the UK due to the Saturday blackout, but it will be aired on BBC Radio 5 Live.
Key Players to Watch
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah needs one more goal to move level with Billy Liddell on the club's all-time scorers' list.Fulham have an attacking trio, with Emile Smith Rowe and Raul Jimenez, that are a real handful on the counter-attack.
Tactical Insights
Liverpool can retain the same squad that has been in use over recent weeks, with perhaps the lone question being up front, where Darwin Nunez gives way to Luis Diaz.
Fulham will set up in a defensive manner to try and take advantage of Liverpool's vulnerabilities on the break.
Historical Context
The last time these two teams met, the game finished 2-2, to further indicate how tight their games could get.
How to Follow
Live match coverage will be available on This Is Anfield 45 minutes ahead of kickoff.Predictions
Liverpool are expected to secure a win given their strong run at home and Fulham's injury list, though the latter's recent performance indicates they might give Liverpool a run for their money.As the match draws closer, fans are becoming restless with anticipation for what looks set to be a tantalizing encounter at Anfield. Come on you Reds!