Liverpool vs Fulham lineups are confirmed for the Premier League fixture at Anfield, with Bradley Barcola and Alexander Isak starting for Liverpool and David Affengruber coming into the Fulham defence. Both teams use a 4-2-3-1 formation for the Matchweek 4 meeting.
Liverpool vs Fulham lineups show three changes for Liverpool from the Champions League win over Atletico Madrid, while Fulham make two changes from their previous league match. Ryan Gravenberch, Kostas Tsimikas and Victor Munoz come into the Liverpool XI, while Fulham bring in David Affengruber and Sander Berge. This page lists the confirmed starting XIs, substitutes, coaches, formations and unavailable players. Follow SP Score for live scores, match events and in-game updates.
Liverpool vs Fulham match details
| Match | Liverpool vs Fulham |
| Competition | Premier League 2026/27 |
| Matchweek | Matchweek 4 |
| Date | 12 September 2026 |
| Kick-off | 17:00 EAT / 15:00 BST |
| Venue | Anfield, Liverpool |
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Liverpool vs Fulham formations
| Team | Formation | Coach |
| Liverpool | 4-2-3-1 | Andoni Iraola |
| Fulham | 4-2-3-1 | Alvaro Arbeloa |
Official Liverpool lineup vs Fulham
Andoni Iraola makes three changes from Liverpool’s midweek Champions League starting XI. Kostas Tsimikas replaces Milos Kerkez at left-back, Ryan Gravenberch comes into midfield for Alexis Mac Allister and Victor Munoz starts in the attacking line. Cody Gakpo returns to the matchday squad and is named among the substitutes.
| No. | Player | Position |
| 1 | Alisson Becker | Goalkeeper |
| 33 | Ronald Araujo | Defender |
| 5 | Jeremy Jacquet | Defender |
| 4 | Virgil van Dijk | Defender |
| 21 | Kostas Tsimikas | Defender |
| 8 | Dominik Szoboszlai | Midfielder |
| 38 | Ryan Gravenberch | Midfielder |
| 23 | Victor Munoz | Forward |
| 7 | Florian Wirtz | Midfielder / Forward |
| 29 | Bradley Barcola | Forward |
| 9 | Alexander Isak | Forward |
Liverpool substitutes
| No. | Player | Position |
| 25 | Giorgi Mamardashvili | Goalkeeper |
| 3 | Wataru Endo | Midfielder |
| 6 | Milos Kerkez | Defender |
| 10 | Alexis Mac Allister | Midfielder |
| 18 | Cody Gakpo | Forward |
| 30 | Jeremie Frimpong | Defender / Midfielder |
| 42 | Trey Nyoni | Midfielder |
| 67 | Lewis Koumas | Forward |
| 73 | Rio Ngumoha | Forward |
Official Fulham lineup vs Liverpool
Fulham make two changes from the side that started against Crystal Palace. David Affengruber comes into the back four in place of Joachim Andersen, while Sander Berge returns to midfield and Cesar Palacios moves to the bench. Gonzalo Garcia leads the attack, with Josh King, Oscar Bobb and Alex Iwobi supporting him.
| No. | Player | Position |
| 1 | Bernd Leno | Goalkeeper |
| 21 | Timothy Castagne | Defender |
| 22 | David Affengruber | Defender |
| 3 | Calvin Bassey | Defender |
| 33 | Antonee Robinson | Defender |
| 16 | Sander Berge | Midfielder |
| 19 | Shea Charles | Midfielder |
| 14 | Oscar Bobb | Midfielder / Forward |
| 24 | Josh King | Midfielder / Forward |
| 17 | Alex Iwobi | Midfielder / Forward |
| 7 | Gonzalo Garcia | Forward |
Fulham substitutes
| No. | Player | Position |
| 20 | Manuel Angel | Midfielder |
| 5 | Joachim Andersen | Defender |
| 9 | Rodrigo Muniz | Forward |
| 2 | Kenny Tete | Defender |
| 23 | Benjamin Lecomte | Goalkeeper |
| 8 | Cesar Palacios | Midfielder |
| 15 | Hugo Larsson | Midfielder |
| 11 | Kevin | Forward |
| 32 | Emile Smith Rowe | Midfielder |
Liverpool vs Fulham unavailable players
| Team | Player | Status |
| Liverpool | Conor Bradley | Knee injury |
| Liverpool | Federico Chiesa | Unavailable |
| Liverpool | Giovanni Leoni | Long-term injury |
| Liverpool | Hugo Ekitike | Long-term injury |
| Liverpool | Joe Gomez | Unavailable |
| Fulham | Tom Cairney | Knee injury |
| Fulham | Luc De Fougerolles | Knee injury |
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Liverpool vs Fulham lineup news
Liverpool’s selection confirms that Bradley Barcola is fit to start after leaving the Atletico Madrid match with cramp. Cody Gakpo is also fit enough for the bench after being assessed for an adductor problem. Milos Kerkez and Alexis Mac Allister are both among the substitutes as Iraola rotates after the midweek European game.
Fulham hand David Affengruber a place in the starting defence at Anfield. Sander Berge also returns to the XI, giving Arbeloa a more physical midfield pairing with Shea Charles. Joachim Andersen and Cesar Palacios move to the bench.
Key names in the Liverpool vs Fulham starting XIs
| Team | Player | Lineup role |
| Liverpool | Alexander Isak | Starts as the central forward. |
| Liverpool | Bradley Barcola | Starts on the left after being cleared following midweek cramp. |
| Liverpool | Ryan Gravenberch | Returns to the starting midfield. |
| Fulham | David Affengruber | Comes into the defence for his first Premier League start for Fulham. |
| Fulham | Sander Berge | Returns to the midfield alongside Shea Charles. |
| Fulham | Gonzalo Garcia | Leads the Fulham attack at Anfield. |
Where to follow Liverpool vs Fulham live
For live scores, match events, substitutions and changing match information, use SP Score. The Liverpool FC hub carries the wider season context, while the Premier League hub connects fixtures, standings, lineups and league coverage.
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Liverpool vs Fulham lineups FAQs
What is the official Liverpool lineup vs Fulham?
Liverpool start with Alisson; Araujo, Jacquet, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Szoboszlai, Gravenberch; Munoz, Wirtz, Barcola; Isak.
What is the official Fulham lineup vs Liverpool?
Fulham start with Leno; Castagne, Affengruber, Bassey, Robinson; Berge, Charles; Bobb, King, Iwobi; Gonzalo Garcia.
What formation are Liverpool using vs Fulham?
Liverpool are set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
What formation are Fulham using vs Liverpool?
Fulham are also set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
Is Cody Gakpo in the Liverpool squad vs Fulham?
Yes. Gakpo returns to the matchday squad and is named among the Liverpool substitutes.
Is Bradley Barcola starting vs Fulham?
Yes. Barcola starts for Liverpool after recovering from the cramp that forced him off in midweek.
Who is Fulham’s new defender starting at Anfield?
David Affengruber starts in central defence for Fulham.
Where can I follow Liverpool vs Fulham live?
SP Score provides live scores, lineups, substitutions, match events and current match information.
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Conclusion
Liverpool vs Fulham lineups are confirmed with both teams using a 4-2-3-1 formation at Anfield. Liverpool bring Tsimikas, Gravenberch and Munoz into the starting XI, while Fulham start Affengruber and Berge. Barcola and Isak lead Liverpool’s attack, with Gonzalo Garcia starting up front for Fulham. Follow SP Score for live match updates and keep this page for the permanent record of the official starting XIs and substitutes.
