Liverpool players entered the year 2026 without the desired rise. In front of a full Anfield, they played 0-0 against Leeds, leaving their fans without a victory celebration, but also without approaching the leading three of the Premier League.
• The standings at the top of the table remained unchanged: Arsenal 45 points, Manchester City 40 (with a game less), Aston Villa 39, and Liverpool 33.
• Jürgen Klopp’s team ended a streak of four consecutive victories in all competitions, while Leeds United extended his unbeaten streak to six rounds.
• The most exciting moment came in the 82nd minute when Dominic Calvert-Lewin sent the ball past Alisson. The celebratory shout of the guests died down quickly – VAR confirmed the backfield and the result remained unchanged.
A goalless draw makes Liverpool’s fight for the top even more difficult, and gives Leeds a valuable point from one of the toughest away games in the league.
At the same time, the match between Crystal Palace and Fulham also ended without a winner (1-1). Jean-Philippe Mateta scored for the home team in the 39th minute, and Tom Cairney equalized in the 80th minute. Borna Sauce he came on for Palace in stoppage time. Both teams now have 27 points and are in ninth and tenth place respectively.
The evening program brings two more meetings: Brentford welcomes Tottenham, and Sunderland awaits a clash with Manchester City.
