Liverpool vs Chelsea May 09 2026 11:30 UTC

**Match Report: Liverpool vs Chelsea - Intense Draw at Anfield** Liverpool, May 9, 2026. Anfield was the stage for a vibrant 1-1 draw between Liverpool and Chelsea on matchday 36 of the 2025 Premier League season. The match, officiated by Craig Pawson of England, was a testament to the characteristic intensity of English football, leaving both teams with a valuable point. The encounter started with an early goal for the home side.

In the 6th minute, R. Gravenberch put Liverpool ahead with a goal, assisted by R. Ngumoha, igniting euphoria at Anfield. However, Chelsea was quick to respond, and in the 35th minute, E.

Fernandez managed to equalize with a great finish, leveling the score before halftime. The second half promised more excitement, and it delivered. In the 49th minute, Chelsea thought they had taken the lead with a goal from C. Palmer, but VAR intervention disallowed the play for offside, keeping the score at 1-1.

The remainder of the match was a midfield battle, marked by a series of bookings. For Chelsea, J. Hato (min. 67), C. McFarlane (min. 71), E. Fernandez (min. 73), and M.

Cucurella (min. 83) saw yellow cards. Liverpool also received bookings in the dying minutes, with J. Gomez (min. 88) and A. Mac Allister (min. 90) receiving yellow cards, while M.

Caicedo (min. 89) was cautioned for Chelsea. Statistically, Chelsea maintained a slight edge in possession with 51% compared to Liverpool's 49%. Both teams were even in shots on target, with 3 each, although Liverpool generated more total opportunities with 8 shots against Chelsea's 6. The Reds also dominated corners with 5 against 2.

The match's intensity was reflected in the number of fouls, with 16 for each side. Chelsea accumulated more yellow cards with 4, compared to Liverpool's 2, and there were no red cards for either team. **Match Details:** Date: May 9, 2026 City: Liverpool Stadium: Anfield Referee: Craig Pawson, England League: Premier League Season: 2025 Round: Regular Season - 36 Country: England