Liverpool (8-4-1) vs. Fulham (4-3-6)
Liverpool vs. Fulham 12/3/23 – Liverpool takes on Fulham in a English Premier League matchup on Sunday, December 3rd. They are coming off a strong 8-4-1 start to the season and will look to continue their winning ways at home against a Fulham side that has exceeded expectations but struggled on the road. Free EPL matchup tips point to Liverpool having the advantage at Anfield.
Liverpool boasts one of the most potent attacks in the EPL, led by Mo Salah’s league-leading 10 goals. With Darwin Núñez and Diogo Jota also major scoring threats having combined for 8 goals, Liverpool should be able to pressure Fulham’s defense which has allowed the 5th most goals in the league. However, Fulham has played better defense recently, allowing just 5 goals over their last 4 matches.
Fulham has multiple attacking threats in Willian, Bobby De Cordova-Reid and João Palhinha who have produced 7 of the team’s 15 goals. However, the Liverpool defense anchored by star goalkeeper Alisson Becker has been stellar, allowing a league-low 10 goals on the season. Alisson has registered 4 clean sheets while the Liverpool back line remains organized and difficult to break down.
Liverpool vs. Fulham 12/3/23 Game Info
| When: | Sunday, December 3, 2023 at 9:00 AM ET |
| Where: | Anfield |
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Alisson Becker GK vs Bernd Leno GK
Liverpool’s Alisson Becker has been instrumental to their defensive success this season. Beyond his 4 clean sheets, he has made several spectacular saves to keep opponents off the scoreboard. His prowess in net neutralizes much of Fulham’s offensive potency. Alisson has shown elite reflexes and shot stopping ability in his time at Liverpool, winning the Golden Glove given to the EPL’s top goalkeeper in his first year with the club. This season, his save percentage of 83% ranks among the league leaders at his position. Alisson rarely makes mistakes that lead to easy goals for opponents. His distribution starting the counter attack is also among the best for keepers. Against a Fulham side that heavily relies on counter attacking opportunities, Alisson’s skills both shot stopping and with the ball at this feet will limit their chances.
Meanwhile, Bernd Leno has had an up and down season for Fulham. While registering 4 clean sheets, he’s also allowed 4+ goals on 3 occasions. His 74% save percentage ranks in the bottom half of starting EPL keepers. While shot stopping is not Leno’s strength, one area he typically excels at is claiming crosses, ranking among league leaders in this category over his career. However, against Liverpool’s lethal attackers like Salah, Jota and Nunez who can finish from anywhere in the box, Leno will be severely tested both on crosses and overall shot stopping ability. For Fulham to have a fighting chance, Leno will need to put in one of his best performances of the season to keep his team in the game.
Soccer Odds/Point Spread: Liverpool -350, Total Odds: 2.5
Given Liverpool’s heavy odds-on price and Fulham’s long odds, the bookmakers are firmly projecting a Liverpool win. The point spread also indicates the expectation of Liverpool winning by multiple goals. However, Fulham has proven pesky this season, playing tight games against quality opponents like Tottenham and West Ham. The under on total goals also holds some value given Liverpool’s defensive strengths undercutting Fulham’s offense.
Liverpool Betting Trends
Liverpool has been dominant playing at home this season and over recent years. They are 13-2 straight up in their last 15 home matches across all competitions, showcasing Anfield as an intimidating fortress for visitors. However, against the spread, Liverpool is just 2-2 over their last 4 matches. This indicates some struggles covering lofty betting lines in recent fixtures. But given Fulham’s long odds of +750 on the moneyline, Liverpool should be expected to secure a multi-goal victory against this overmatched opponent.
Fulham Betting Trends
Fulham has scuffled in recent fixtures, going 1-3 straight up over their last 4 games. All 3 defeats came against comparable sides to Liverpool in talent. Their road play has been a strength however, with Fulham posting a 4-3 record against the spread as visitors this season. Still, Liverpool has had Fulham’s number for over a decade now. And Fulham’s offense has sputtered of late, hitting the over just once in their previous 5 matches. This trend points to Liverpool’s defense shutting them down on Sunday.
Liverpool vs. Fulham 12/3/23 Betting Picks
In conclusion, Liverpool appears well-positioned to secure a victory in this matchup. For those looking for Handicapping expert tips, betting on Liverpool to win and cover the spread, along with an over on the total, seems a promising strategy. The game promises to showcase Liverpool’s attacking strength against Fulham’s resilience, making it an intriguing encounter for soccer fans and bettors alike.
Free Pick and Prediction: Liverpool 3, Fulham 1.