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Slot’s Liverpool Eye Ruthless Title Charge at Craven Cottage

A title tilt sharpened by adversity. Liverpool, under the precise and unflinching guidance of Arne Slot, travel to Craven Cottage on Sunday with sights set firmly on edging closer to a 20th top-flight crown. For all the bruises of March — the Champions League exit to Paris Saint-Germain and the Carabao Cup heartbreak against Newcastle — the response has been that of champions-in-waiting.

A narrow, rugged 1-0 victory over Everton in the Merseyside derby earlier this week helped recalibrate focus. Diogo Jota’s instinctive second-half finish carved open a tense contest and reaffirmed Liverpool’s resolve at the summit.

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Still perched above Arsenal, Slot’s Liverpool are in the slipstream of something special — a Premier League title in his debut campaign would be a statement of precision planning and elite mentality, especially given the transition from the Jürgen Klopp era.

Fulham’s Flickering Hopes of Europe

Fulham, guided by Marco Silva since 2021, have endured a season of inconsistent rhythms — flashes of excellence tempered by familiar flaws. One win in their last four league games and an FA Cup exit to Crystal Palace have left the Cottagers searching for stability.

Yet, there remains ambition. Sitting ninth and only six points off fifth-placed Manchester City, Fulham remain in the European conversation, particularly with UEFA preparing to hand English clubs additional qualification slots. Their path is anything but smooth — meetings with Bournemouth, Chelsea, and Manchester City loom — but the west Londoners are not out of the equation just yet.

As the Fulham boss looks to revive momentum, Silva’s belief in expansive football and tactical flexibility will be crucial.

Match Details and How to Watch

Kick-off: Fulham vs Liverpool is scheduled for 2pm BST on Sunday, April 6, 2025.Venue: Craven Cottage, a ground rich in character and history, provides the backdrop.

TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.Live stream: Fans can catch the contest live online via the Sky Go app and website.Highlights: The Sky Sports app and YouTube channel will show highlights, with Match of the Day 2 broadcasting on BBC One at 10:30pm.

Injury Concerns for Both Camps

Squad depth could play a pivotal role. Slot is without defensive duo Joe Gomez (hamstring) and Trent Alexander-Arnold (foot), both sidelined for the trip to west London.

There is cautious optimism around Conor Bradley, with the manager revealing: “He is continuing to monitor the young full-back’s fitness and will make a late decision.” Alisson Becker could return following a concussion suffered during international duty, while Curtis Jones will hope to continue deputising at right-back.

Fulham face fitness struggles of their own. Kenny Tete (knee), Reiss Nelson (thigh), and Harry Wilson (foot) remain sidelined. While Tete has rejoined partial team training, a return before mid-April seems unlikely. Silva remains hopeful over Wilson’s availability before month’s end.

Prediction: Liverpool’s Relentless Engine

Slot’s Liverpool have shown few signs of fatigue this term. Their March wobble was real, but the Merseyside derby win reignited belief. Expect focus, intensity, and a team that hunts the ball with purpose and presses with cohesion.

Fulham, meanwhile, will look to resist and counter with intelligence. Marco Silva’s men have troubled big sides before, but Liverpool’s superior quality and rhythm should prevail.

Prediction: Fulham 1-3 Liverpool