Blunt Liverpool Stalemated by Leeds in Goalless Encounter

Liverpool struggled to find any cutting edge against a significantly altered Leeds side, resulting in a frustrating 0-0 stalemate at Anfield that squandered an opportunity to strengthen their hold on a Premier League top four position.

Under Arne Slot, the team extended their unbeaten streak to nine matches, yet they suffered for yet another subdued showing in that sequence as Leeds easily contained them, moving seven points away from the drop zone.

The away team posed the biggest threat to securing victory when Dominic Calvert Lewin struck late, only to be ruled offside.

This result leaves Liverpool three points ahead of both Chelsea and Manchester United in the race for qualification to next years Champions League.

Leeds manager Daniel Farke appeared to have one thought on the upcoming derby against rivals Manchester United this weekend, keeping the in form Calvert Lewin as a substitute alongside three other alterations to the lineup.

Liverpool missed the presence of Mohamed Salah, who was away at the Africa Cup of Nations, and the injured Alexander Isak.

The void left by last seasons leading Premier League goalscorers was evident, with the home side seldom looking likely to force a breakthrough.

Hugo Ekitike squandered their clearest opening by completely mishandling a header from Jeremie Frimpongs low delivery, despite an open net in the middle of the first period.

Leeds impressive six match unbeaten streak, which has lifted them clear of danger at the bottom, featured encounters with the leagues title holders.

Unlike the thrilling 3 3 contest between these teams a little more than three weeks back, on this occasion the disciplined setup from Daniel Farkes squad thoroughly tested Liverpools resolve.

The visitors came within millimetres of claiming all the spoils as Calvert Lewin nearly extended his scoring run.

The ex Everton forward, who had netted in each of his prior six outings, nudged the ball beyond Alisson Becker with ten minutes remaining, but a slight offside call prevented his debut strike at Anfield.