While the user’s description points to a match where Liverpool dominated chance creation early on—potentially enough for four or more goals in the opening stages—but failed to convert, the available reports align more closely with Liverpool’s home game against Sunderland on December 4, 2025, which ended in a 1-1 draw.
In that fixture at Anfield, Liverpool struggled to find their usual rhythm despite being the stronger side on paper. Sunderland took a shock lead in the 67th minute through Chemsdine Talbi, leaving the Reds chasing the game. Liverpool equalized in the 81st minute courtesy of what initially appeared to be a debut Premier League goal from summer signing Florian Wirtz. The German midfielder wriggled through the defense and fired an effort that deflected off Sunderland defender Nordi Mukiele, initially credited as Wirtz’s strike. However, it was later officially ruled an own goal, denying Wirtz his milestone and highlighting Liverpool’s frustration in front of goal.
Liverpool created several promising moments throughout the match but lacked the clinical edge needed to secure a win. Pundits and fans noted the team’s flat performance, with Jamie Carragher describing it as “sleepwalking” at times. The draw was seen as fortunate for Arne Slot’s side, who were rescued late but couldn’t capitalize on their spells of pressure.
Adding to the drama, Sunderland nearly stole all three points in stoppage time. Substitute Wilson Isidor was released by goalkeeper Robin Roefs (or a similar play), rounded Alisson Becker brilliantly, and looked certain to score the winner. However, a retreating Federico Chiesa produced a heroic goal-line clearance to keep the scores level. This last-gasp miss from Sunderland’s perspective went viral on social media platforms like TikTok and Sky Sports clips, with fans debating the quality of the chance and Isidor’s composure. Some Liverpool supporters expressed relief, while others pointed out how it mirrored their own profligacy earlier in games.
The user’s reference to a “particular miss against Sunderland” that went viral, with fans claiming it’s one “even an under-13 player wouldn’t dare miss,” likely ties into this Isidor opportunity or a similar high-profile squandered chance in the fixture. Social media reactions exploded over the open-goal-style miss at the death, fueling disbelief and memes across platforms. Liverpool fans vented frustration at their team’s inability to convert dominance into goals in recent outings, including this one where they failed to beat a promoted side convincingly at home—part of a broader pattern this season where they’ve dropped points against newly promoted teams.
This result left Liverpool in a precarious position in the race for Champions League qualification, compounding issues from a recent loss to Manchester City. Slot’s side showed improvement in pressing and control at times but were criticized for not matching performance with results. Sunderland, meanwhile, earned plaudits for their resilience and nearly claiming a famous win at Anfield—their first in 42 years if they’d held on.
For more details on the match report, including highlights of the key moments and the viral miss:
- Sky Sports: Liverpool 1-1 Sunderland match report
Fan reactions on platforms like YouTube and TikTok captured the fury and disbelief, with compilations of missed chances and post-match interviews underscoring the emotional rollercoaster. Liverpool’s wastefulness in front of goal remains a talking point as they head into upcoming fixtures, including the return leg context against Sunderland on February 11, 2026, where squad absences (like Dominik Szoboszlai’s suspension) added further challenges.
