Reed’s 97th-minute screamer earns Fulham dramatic 2-2 draw against Liverpool

Harrison Reed’s stunning 97th-minute strike denied Liverpool victory just moments after Cody Gakpo appeared to have won the game, as Fulham held the champions to a dramatic 2-2 Premier League draw.

Gakpo sparked wild celebrations among the travelling supporters when he bundled in Jeremie Frimpong’s cross in the 94th minute, seemingly sealing all three points for Liverpool.

However, substitute Reed responded almost immediately, rifling an unstoppable, swerving effort into the top corner to snatch a point for Fulham.

In a match reported by The Independent, the late drama followed an evenly contested match in which Florian Wirtz had earlier cancelled out Harry Wilson’s first-half opener.

Both goals were awarded following VAR offside checks, with Wirtz’s strike requiring a lengthy review before being confirmed.

Liverpool were dealt a setback before kick-off after Hugo Ekitike was ruled out with a slight hamstring injury, leaving head coach Arne Slot without a recognised striker.

Despite remaining unbeaten in eight matches, Liverpool will rue the dropped points, which could prove costly ahead of Thursday’s trip to league leaders Arsenal.

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