Darwin Nunez dazzles on debut as Liverpool survive Fulham scare

Liverpool had to settle for a point on the opening day of their 2022-23 Premier League campaign after battling to a 2-2 draw at Fulham on Saturday.

New signing Darwin Nunez and the ever-reliable Mohamed Salah saved the day for Jurgen Klopp's team after Aleksandar Mitrovic gave the hosts the lead twice at Craven Cottage.

Liverpool, runners-up last season, had the unenviable task of beginning the new season against a newly-promoted side giving it their all in their first game back in the top flight.

Their season had got off to a flying start by getting the better of Manchester City to win the Community Shield in what was billed as an early showdown between the two title contenders.

However, the Reds were punished for a sluggish performance in the first hour in what could prove a costly concession of two points.

As the Reds struggled early on, the Cottagers took the lead in the 32nd minute.

Kenny Tete sent in a deep cross to the far post where Mitrovic beat Trent Alexander-Arnold to head past Alisson.

Darwin Núñez's game by numbers vs. Fulham:39 minutes played 15 touches 7 touches in opp. box 4 shots 3 shots on target 3 duels won 2 chances created1 goal 1 assistAlready off the mark in the Premier League.