{
  "id": 6982657,
  "title": "More dropped points at Anfield - is it too early for Liverpool to worry?",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/more-dropped-points-at-anfield-is-it-too-early-for-liverpool-to-worry-6982657",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-12T19:30:02.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "BBC Sport",
    "slug": "bbc-sport",
    "url": "https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/articles/c62j0lr1rzmo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Liverpool's opening two home Premier League matches at Anfield have ended in draws, raising concerns about new boss Andoni Iraola's ability to achieve a strong start. The team's lack of goals and offensive creativity was evident in their 0-0 draw against Fulham, following a goalless draw against Nottingham Forest. Former Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp emphasized the importance of recognizing the team's identity and intensity, which Iraola appears to be struggling with. Iraola acknowledged that his side lacked chances to create goals and score, attributing this to their physical and mental fatigue. The team's goalkeeper Alisson admitted the draw was disappointing, emphasizing the need for a better mental state on the pitch. The £364m attacking trio of Alexander Isak, Bradley Barcola, and Florian Wirtz showed promise but struggled to create enough offensive opportunities. Iraola admitted the players were tired, with a lack of freshness between games, and promised to adapt to the season's high-intensity schedule. With seven more Champions League games and a Carabao Cup tie on the horizon, Liverpool must adapt quickly to avoid falling behind in the race for honors.",
  "summary": "Liverpool have failed to win either of their first two Premier League games at Anfield. But is it too early to worry?",
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        "outlet": "BBC Sport Football",
        "title": "More dropped points at Anfield - is it too early for Liverpool to worry?",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/more-dropped-points-at-anfield-is-it-too-early-for-liverpool-to-worry",
        "published": "2026-09-12T19:30:02.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}