Andoni Iraola's Liverpool sees three draws as challenge grows

The Guardian Sport1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 7:00 AM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Andoni Iraola's Liverpool sees three draws as challenge grows
Summary

Liverpool remains unbeaten in the EPL under head coach Andoni Iraola, but the team's performance has raised concerns. Following a recent draw against Fulham, goalkeeper Alisson expressed frustration, emphasizing that three draws do not reflect the club's ambitions. Iraola's ability to convert draws into wins will be crucial as the Reds seek to improve performance. The next match presents another opportunity for Liverpool to secure a stronger showing this season.

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  • Liverpool is unbeaten in the EPL with three draws so far.
  • Alisson criticized the team's recent performance after the Fulham match.
  • Big decisions lie ahead for head coach Andoni Iraola.
  • Liverpool features several high-profile forwards expected to perform.
  • The team looks to improve in upcoming matches.
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Making bid decisions and turning draws into wins is vital as head coach looks to improve on a mixed start with Reds Alisson made little attempt to sugarcoat Liverpool’s unbeaten start to the season under Andoni Iraola when analysing the draw against Fulham with the club’s in-house media. “Unbeaten with three draws is not something to celebrate too much with this shirt,” said a peeved Liverpool goalkeeper. “We take the clean sheet but we are not happy at all. We need to aim for big things.” Big things are the target and big things are expected from a Liverpool side containing three £100m-plus forwards. But the learning curve under the new head coach is proving challenging. As it is for the new head coach, too. Big decisions appear unavoidable. Continue reading...

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