Harry Wilson shines against his former team: When Jurgen Klopp's prophecy becomes a painful blow for Liverpool.
Fulham held Liverpool to a 2-2 draw, with Harry Wilson proving his world-class form, just as Klopp had predicted. With one goal and impressive statistics, he brought heartbreak to his former club.
In football, few scenarios are more ironic and emotionally charged than a player returning to shine against the club that once nurtured him. At Craven Cottage, the dramatic 2-2 draw between Fulham and Liverpool saw Harry Wilson take center stage, turning Jurgen Klopp's past praise into reality, but on the other side of the pitch.
The moment the world-class left-footed player ripped through Alisson's net.
Wilson's most significant contribution came in the 17th minute. Following a delicate pass from Raul Jimenez, the Welsh international made a clever run that tore through the Liverpool defense. Although the linesman initially flagged for offside, VAR intervened and determined that Virgil van Dijk was slightly deeper, awarding the goal to the number 8 midfielder.
Wilson's finish was a culmination of coolness and superb technique. A left-footed curling shot into the top corner left Alisson Becker completely helpless. While the goal had an expected goals (xG) of only 0.15, its xGOT (expected goals after the shot) was a remarkable 0.45, demonstrating his exceptional finishing ability.
This performance is reminiscent of Jurgen Klopp's assessment in 2019:"His shooting ability is world-class. Find me five players who shoot better than him; that's a tough one."After all these years, that left foot remains a terror in the Premier League.
Outstanding statistics: More than just a goal
Rated 8.0 by Sofascore – the highest in the match – Harry Wilson was not only an attacking threat but also a reliable ball-distribution center for Fulham. In his 85 minutes on the pitch, he achieved a pass accuracy rate of 91% (21/23 passes), an impressive figure for a player in a position that is frequently under pressure.
| Parameter | Harry Wilson |
|---|---|
| Score (Sofastore) | 8.0 |
| Passing accuracy rate | 91% |
| Number of shots | 3 |
| Goal | 1 |
| xG rating without penalties | 0.42 |
Wilson's danger was further demonstrated in the 77th minute when he nearly scored a second spectacular goal with a lob over Ibrahima Konate, but the crossbar denied him a certain strike. Besides his attacking prowess, he also showed fighting spirit by willingly accepting a yellow card in the 71st minute to stop a dangerous counter-attack from Conor Bradley.
The record challenger from London.
Since the beginning of November, Harry Wilson has been involved in 9 goals (5 goals, 4 assists) in the Premier League. During the same period, only Erling Haaland of Manchester City (11 times) has had a better record than the Fulham midfielder. This devastating form shows that Wilson has truly emerged from the shadow of being a "surplus" player at Anfield to become a top star in the league.
Liverpool's decision to let Wilson leave permanently in 2022 was once considered logical given the club's acquisition of Mohamed Salah. However, seeing Wilson shine so brightly, former player Tomasz Radzinski questioned the possibility of him returning to his old club, similar to how Salah left Chelsea to become a legend. Whatever the future holds, the match at Craven Cottage was a resounding confirmation: Harry Wilson is now a true killer with a left foot capable of haunting any defense.
