Richarlison scores in finals minutes to rescue point at Anfield as Igor Tudor sacking hangs in the balance
Richarlison struck in the 90th minute to rescue a dramatic 1-1 draw for Tottenham at Anfield, leaving Liverpool supporters voicing their displeasure as the final whistle blew.
The reigning Premier League champions were unable to capitalise on dropped points by both Aston Villa and Chelsea, with boos echoing around the ground at full-time.
Igor Tudor leapt into the air and pumped his fists in celebration as his struggling side claimed what proved to be a vital point against lacklustre opposition.
For Spurs, the result ends what would have been their worst league winless run since 1935, after failing to secure a victory in any of their previous matches in 2026.
Dominik Szoboszlai had opened the scoring in the 19th minute with a superbly struck free-kick, his fourth direct set-piece goal of the Premier League campaign.
The Hungarian midfielder curled his effort over the wall and into the top-left corner after Alexis Mac Allister was fouled by Souza approximately 30 yards from goal.
Guglielmo Vicario will face scrutiny for his role in the goal, with the strike travelling relatively centrally despite finding the net.
The Spurs goalkeeper managed to get a glove on the ball but could not prevent it from crossing the line.
Richarlison struck in the 90th minute to rescue a dramatic 1-1 draw for Tottenham at Anfield
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No other Premier League goalkeeper has conceded more than seven goals from shots outside the box this season, with Vicario now having been beaten 11 times from distance.
Liverpool enjoyed 66 per cent of possession throughout the contest but repeatedly failed to convert their territorial dominance into goals.
Mohamed Salah, introduced from the bench in the 64th minute having been rested ahead of the Champions League clash with Galatasaray, dragged a clear opportunity wide when well placed to double the lead.
Hugo Ekitike blazed over from close range after carving out an opening inside the penalty area, while Cody Gakpo struck the woodwork with an effort from 20 yards that Vicario may have touched onto the post.
Mohamed Salah was introduced from the bench in the 64th minute having been rested ahead of the Champions League clash with Galatasaray
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The hosts’ wastefulness in front of goal ultimately proved costly as Tottenham remained in the contest.
The equaliser originated from a speculative long ball launched forward by Vicario deep into stoppage time.
Kolo Muani found himself underneath the delivery, grappling with Andrew Robertson, before the ball deflected off the Scottish defender’s chest.
The French striker then laid the ball into the path of Richarlison, who swept his finish past Alisson at the near post despite scuffing his shot.
GB News revealed earlier in the week that Tottenham’s squad absolutely despise Igor Tudor
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Liverpool’s defence appeared completely disorganised as the goal went in, with the away supporters watching in disbelief as their side salvaged an unlikely point.
Tudor’s animated touchline celebrations reflected the significance of the result for his beleaguered squad.
GB News revealed earlier in the week that Tottenham’s squad absolutely despise Igor Tudor, but the interim coach will be allowed time to turn the ship around.
It was understood the board would wait to make any changes to the managerial position until after the Nottingham Forest game.
