Harrison Reed stunner shatters Liverpool hearts as Fulham snatch late draw

Liverpool were denied a crucial late victory after Harrison Reed struck a sensational long-range goal deep into injury time, sealing a dramatic 2–2 draw against Fulham at Craven Cottage.

The Reds had appeared to have completed a smash-and-grab when Cody Gakpo scored in the 94th minute, sparking wild celebrations among the travelling supporters. But just two minutes later, Fulham produced one final twist in a breathless Premier League contest.

Fulham strike first as Liverpool struggle early

Fulham took a deserved lead in the first half through Harry Wilson, who finished a slick attacking move following clever link-up play from Raúl Jiménez.

Liverpool looked unusually flat before the break, struggling to impose rhythm or intensity. Fulham, by contrast, played with confidence and could have doubled their advantage, keeping Alisson busy with quick transitions and direct running.

Wirtz responds as Liverpool improve

The second half brought a noticeable shift in Liverpool’s urgency. With Hugo Ekitike absent, Florian Wirtz was deployed centrally for long spells and grew into the game.

Just before the hour mark, the German attacker restored parity, reacting sharply inside the box to finish from close range. It was a timely response from a player who has faced scrutiny in recent weeks.

Late drama explodes at Craven Cottage

As both sides chased a winner, Harry Wilson rattled the crossbar in the closing stages, underlining Fulham’s threat.

Then came chaos.

In the 94th minute, Gakpo tapped home from close range, ripping off his shirt as Liverpool’s bench and supporters erupted. It looked decisive.

But Fulham refused to accept defeat.

In the 96th minute, substitute Harrison Reed collected possession nearly 30 yards from goal and unleashed a fierce, swerving strike that flew beyond Alisson, igniting the home crowd and sealing one of the most dramatic moments of Fulham’s season.

What the result means

For Liverpool, the draw feels like a missed opportunity in a tightly contested title race, especially after scoring so late. Defensive concentration in stoppage time will be a major talking point.

For Fulham, the result reinforces their reputation as one of the league’s most resilient home sides, capable of punishing even the smallest lapse.

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Liverpool now face renewed pressure to convert late leads into wins as the season enters a decisive phase. Fulham, meanwhile, will take confidence from a performance that blended control, belief, and one unforgettable moment of brilliance.