Liverpool staged a comeback victory over Fulham in the first leg of their League Cup semifinal, securing a 2-1 win at Anfield. Fulham took the lead in the first half with a goal from Willian, but Liverpool quickly turned the tables in the second half.
Curtis Jones and Cody Gakpo scored three minutes apart to secure the victory for Liverpool, overturning the deficit. Despite the win, Liverpool’s performance was not at its best, according to manager Jurgen Klopp.
Throughout the match, Liverpool dominated possession but struggled to convert their chances into goals. However, the victory extended their impressive home record this season to 14 victories and two draws.
Liverpool faced the challenge without key players Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold, who were both sidelined due to injury and international duty. However, 20-year-old defender Conor Bradley stepped up and received praise for his performance in place of Alexander-Arnold.
Looking ahead, the second leg of the semifinal will take place at Craven Cottage on January 24th. Fulham manager Marco Silva remains confident that his team can put up a fight and turn the tie around in the second leg.
In the other League Cup semifinal, Chelsea suffered a surprising 1-0 loss to Middlesbrough. The defeat came as a shock to many, as Chelsea are known for their strong performances in cup competitions. Middlesbrough will enter the second leg with a slim advantage and will be hoping to secure a spot in the final.
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