Liverpool’s march toward the Premier League title hit a speed bump on Sunday, as Fulham produced a stunning first-half comeback to seal a 3-2 victory at Craven Cottage. Despite an early lead from Alexis Mac Allister, the Reds fell apart defensively, conceding three goals in a chaotic opening 45 minutes.

The game started with some early controversy, as Fulham had a penalty shout waved off. Moments later, Mac Allister punished the hosts, drilling a low shot past Bernd Leno to put Liverpool ahead against the run of play.

But the joy was short-lived.

⚡ Fulham’s First-Half Frenzy

Ryan Sessegnon pulled Fulham level with a jaw-dropping volley — arguably one of the goals of the season — before Alex Iwobi and in-form striker Rodrigo Muniz added their names to the scoresheet. In just under 20 minutes, Liverpool had gone from confident leaders to scrambling for composure.

The Reds tried to mount a second-half comeback, and a well-worked move saw Luis Diaz tap in from a Conor Bradley cross to make it 3-2. But despite late pressure, Fulham held firm for a statement win.

📊 What This Means

Liverpool remain top of the table with 73 points from 31 games, but the loss cuts their margin for error in the final stretch.
They now need 11 points from their final 7 matches to mathematically secure the title.
Fulham, meanwhile, jump to 8th place with 48 points, just three behind Manchester City in 5th, who could miss out on Champions League football if this form continues.

💬 Opinion: A Wake-Up Call or a Warning Sign?

This wasn’t just a loss — it was a wake-up call.

Liverpool looked uncharacteristically sloppy, especially in midfield transitions and defensive organization. Whether this was an isolated off day or a sign of fatigue as the season grinds on remains to be seen, but Arne Slot’s men must now regroup quickly.

Fulham, on the other hand, showed grit, flair, and a real appetite to fight for a European spot. Marco Silva’s tactical setup outwitted Liverpool for large spells, and the team’s belief seems to be growing at just the right time.

🔥 If Liverpool fans thought the title was a formality, this weekend proved otherwise. The Premier League, as always, keeps us guessing until the very end.