Can Arne Slot finally beat Marco Silva? Read our Liverpool vs Fulham prediction, team news, and H2H stats as the Reds look to end their winless streak.
Liverpool enter this Saturday’s Premier League clash at Anfield facing a major crisis of confidence. Arne Slot’s men are currently reeling from a string of disappointing results, most recently a bruising 2-0 defeat to Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League quarter-final first leg.
Domestically, their form hasn’t been much better, with the Reds failing to win their last three league outings, including a shock 2-1 loss to Brighton and a heavy 4-0 FA Cup exit at the hands of Manchester City.
On the other side of the pitch, Fulham’s form has hardly been much more consistent. The visitors have only just defeated Burnley 3-1 to end a three-match winless and goalless run across all competitions. However, Marco Silva’s men remain a highly formidable opponent thanks to their disciplined and stubborn style of play.
In the current standings, Fulham sit in 9th place with 44 points, trailing Liverpool by five points. With The Reds currently struggling for form, Fulham are more than capable of springing a surprise to close in on the European qualification spots, as well as narrowing the gap to their upcoming opponents.
As for Liverpool, they desperately need all three points to maintain their position in the top five; otherwise, Arne Slot’s side risks sinking deeper into a crisis.
Match Details Liverpool vs Fulham:
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Date: Saturday, April 11, 2026
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Kick-off Time: 15:30 BST / 10:30 AM ET
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Venue: Anfield, Liverpool
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Competition: Premier League (Matchday 32)
Team News & Injuries
Liverpool Team News: Arne Slot is juggling fatigue and a growing injury list as the Reds fight on two fronts.
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Out: Midfielder Wataru Endo and young talent Giovanni Leoni are definitely ruled out, while Conor Bradley has been sidelined with a long-term injury since January.
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Doubt on Salah: Given his recent struggles with form, Mohamed Salah is highly likely to remain on the bench, just as he did in the recent clash against PSG.
Fulham Team News: Marco Silva travels to Anfield with a largely fit squad, though he is managing a few key defensive concerns.
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Out: Winger Kevin remains sidelined with a metatarsal bruise that has kept him out of recent action.
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Doubtful: Key defenders Calvin Bassey (back injury) and Kenny Tete (foot injury) are currently dealing with fitness issues and will undergo late assessments to determine their availability for the trip to Merseyside.
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Fit to Start: Rodrigo Muniz is expected to lead the line, supported by the creative talents of Harry Wilson and Alex Iwobi, who are fully fit and ready to start.
Predicted Starting Lineups
Liverpool Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Mamardashvili; Gomez, Konaté, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Frimpong, Szoboszlai, Wirtz; Ekitiké.
Fulham Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Leno; Robinson, Diop, Andersen, Castagne; Iwobi, Berge; Bobb, King, Wilson; Muniz
Head-to-Head (H2H) & Recent Form
The recent history between these two sides favors Fulham more than most would expect. Arne Slot has yet to beat Marco Silva in three attempts since taking over at Liverpool. Their last meeting in January 2026 ended in a 2-2 draw at Craven Cottage, with Harrison Reed scoring a dramatic stoppage-time equalizer.
In fact, Liverpool have only won one of their last five meetings against the London side in all competitions.
Last 5 Meetings Liverpool vs Fulham:
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Jan 04, 2026 – Premier League: Fulham 2-2 Liverpool
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Apr 06, 2025 – Premier League: Fulham 3-2 Liverpool
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Dec 14, 2024 – Premier League: Liverpool 2-2 Fulham
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Apr 21, 2024 – Premier League: Fulham 1-3 Liverpool
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Jan 24, 2024 – EFL Cup: Fulham 1-1 Liverpool
Recent Form (All Competitions):
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Liverpool: L-L-L-D-W (Suffered three successive defeats, including 0-2 vs PSG)
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Fulham: W-D-L-L-W
Liverpool vs Fulham Prediction
Liverpool’s home record at Anfield is usually their saving grace, but the lack of confidence makes this a very dangerous fixture. Meanwhile, Fulham, with their defensive organization, are perfectly built to frustrate a tired Liverpool side. Expect a cagey affair where the Reds struggle to find their rhythm.
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Final Score Prediction: Liverpool 1-1 Fulham
FAQ
Q: Has Arne Slot ever beaten Marco Silva?
A: No. Since joining Liverpool, Arne Slot has faced Marco Silva three times and has yet to record a victory (2 draws, 1 loss).
Q: Is Mohamed Salah playing against Fulham?
A: Yes, Mohamed Salah is available and expected to start. He remains the focal point of Liverpool’s attack as they search for a much-needed victory at Anfield.
Q: Where can I watch Liverpool vs Fulham?
A: The match is broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK and NBC Sports / Peacock in the USA.
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