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Liverpool’s Wirtz Demands More After a Thrilling Fulham Standoff: A 2-2 Anthe m

4 January 2026

Liverpool’s Wirtz Demands More After a Thrilling Fulham Standoff: A 2-2 Anthe m
Florian Wirtz reacts during the Liverpool vs Fulham clash in the Premier League.

Match Overview

German international Florian Wirtz, Liverpool's star, voiced strong frustration after the 2-2 draw with Fulham in the Premier League.

Fulham opened the scoring with goals from Harry Wilson in the 17th minute and Harrison Reed in stoppage time (90+7).

Liverpool drew level with strikes from Florian Wirtz and Cody Gakpo in the 57th and 90+5 minutes.

Post-Match Remarks

Wirtz told Sky Sports after the game: "I'm not satisfied at all; we needed all three points. We know there are no easy matches in this league."

He continued: "Our second-half performance was much better; we weren't pressing them well in the first half, but the second half was a lot better."

"I was happy to score, but I’d rather have the three points," he added.

Regarding Fulham's late goal, Wirtz said: "It was amazing; you can't save that shot. Usually, that doesn’t go in. We could have shown better moments earlier, I’m not sure—perhaps it came from a throw-in, so we need to be better."

He wrapped up: "Again, we’re in a tough spot because we drew twice; this isn’t what we want. We want more, we must improve, but it’s still a work in progress."

With the result, Liverpool sit fourth on 34 points, while Fulham occupy eleventh on 28.

Sniper punchline 1: My football analysis is so sharp, I could score with a smirk—still, the crossbar keeps borrowing my jokes for its personal workout. Sniper mode: engaged, target missed by inches.

Sniper punchline 2: If this match were a headline, it would be: ‘Two teams, two goals, and one crowd that forgot where the net was.’ Consider me your post-match prompter with a sense of humor.”

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Michael Whooosh

I am Michael Whooosh, an English sports journalist born in 1986. Passionate about surfing, poetry, and beekeeping, I share my human and sensitive view of sports.

Frequently Asked Questions

What was the final score?

Liverpool and Fulham drew 2-2 in the Premier League.

Who scored for Fulham and for Liverpool?

Fulham: Harry Wilson and Harrison Reed. Liverpool: Florian Wirtz and Cody Gakpo.

What did Wirtz say after the match?

He was not satisfied, stressed the need for three points, and praised the improved second half.