Liverpool FC Roundup: Draws Define Frustrating Start

Liverpool FC Roundup: Draws Define Frustrating Start

Liverpool find themselves 11th in the Premier League table after the opening weeks of the 2026/27 season, having collected just two points from two matches. According to the league standings, Arne Slot's side have recorded two draws, scoring four goals and conceding four, leaving them with a neutral goal difference and already four points behind early leaders Manchester City.

Results So Far

Liverpool's two league fixtures have both ended all square. The Reds secured a 2-2 draw away at Newcastle United, before being held to a 1-1 draw at home by Brentford. A third match against Nottingham Forest is also listed as finished, though score details were not available in the data at the time of writing.

The form guide reads D,D — unbeaten but without a victory — and the four goals conceded across the opening fixtures will be a concern for Slot, who would have hoped for a tighter defensive start to the campaign. Ten clubs sit above Liverpool in the table, including Newcastle in third and Brentford in seventh, both of whom have taken points off the Reds. Manchester City top the table with a perfect six points from two games.

Transfer Window Movement

The summer window has been eventful at Anfield. According to BBC Sport, Liverpool completed the signing of Bradley Barcola from PSG in a £123m deal. The same outlet published a feature on the winger, describing him as a "grasshopper" who has overcome setbacks on his path to the Premier League.

BBC Sport also reports that Harvey Elliott is expected to join Valencia on loan, though this remains unconfirmed at the time of writing. The potential departure would reduce Slot's midfield options as the season gathers pace.

In a story that could affect Liverpool's attacking ranks, BBC Sport reports that Manchester City's £80m move for Cody Gakpo is close to collapse — though this remains unconfirmed.

Additionally, BBC Sport has published analysis questioning whether Liverpool are getting the best out of striker Alexander Isak, an issue Slot will need to address if the Reds are to climb the table.

Upcoming Fixtures

Liverpool travel to Ipswich Town on 4 September. FanTribe's fixture data prices the Reds as strong favourites at 1.6, with Ipswich at 5.8 and the draw at 4.8.

A home fixture against Fulham follows on 12 September, where Liverpool are priced at 1.48, Fulham at 6.8, and the draw at 5. Both fixtures present an opportunity for Slot's men to convert draws into wins and begin climbing the table.

Fan Sentiment

FanTribe's community data shows 16 Liverpool fans currently registered on the platform. With two draws from two outings, supporters find themselves in a position of cautious patience — unbeaten but without a win, and already four points off the summit. The arrival of Barcola for a reported £123m signals ambition, but fans will be eager to see that investment translate into victories on the pitch. The upcoming trip to Ipswich and the home clash with Fulham will be seen as a genuine opportunity to kickstart the campaign.