LIVERPOOL, England (Interstat) — Liverpool will look to rebound from a heavy defeat to Manchester City when it hosts a resurgent Fulham FC in a Premier League clash at Anfield on Saturday.

The Reds, reeling from a 4-0 thrashing at the hands of their title rivals just one week ago, have seen their form dip with just one win in their last four league matches. That run includes losses to Wolverhampton and Brighton & Hove Albion. Manager Jürgen Klopp will demand a response from his squad as they aim to solidify their position in the European qualification places.

Fulham arrives in Merseyside with momentum, coming off a convincing 3-1 home victory over Burnley on March 21. The Cottagers have shown a capacity for upset this season, with notable wins over Chelsea and Tottenham Hotspur. However, their away form has been inconsistent, featuring recent losses to Nottingham Forest and Leeds United.

The head-to-head history suggests a tight contest. When these sides met in early January at Craven Cottage, they played to a thrilling 2-2 draw. Fulham’s attack, which has scored multiple goals in several recent outings, will test a Liverpool defense that has kept only one clean sheet in its last five matches across all competitions.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, Liverpool is projected for a narrow 2-1 victory. The result could hinge on which version of each team appears: the dominant Liverpool that put five past West Ham in February, or the vulnerable side that has struggled recently; the Fulham that beats top-half opponents, or the one that falters on the road.

The fixture kicks off a critical period for both clubs. Liverpool faces a brutal schedule ahead, with a Merseyside derby at Everton and matches against Chelsea and Manchester United looming in quick succession. Fulham’s upcoming slate is equally daunting, featuring meetings with Aston Villa and Arsenal.

Saturday’s match is scheduled for a 3 p.m. GMT kickoff at Anfield.