Liverpool held to goalless draw by Leeds after poor home display
Liverpool were left frustrated by a stubborn Leeds side (Peter Byrne/PA)
Liverpool began the new year with a goalless draw at Anfield, their first under Arne Slot, as a resolutely defensive Leeds side held them to a point.
Leeds’ in-form striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin, who started the match on the bench, scored late on but was ruled to be offside.
The Reds dominated possession but struggled to penetrate a compact Leeds defence, which expertly narrowed space around their penalty area.
The Whites fluidly transitioned between a back three and five, frustrating Liverpool's attacking efforts.
Extending their unbeaten run to six matches, Leeds further distanced themselves from the relegation zone. Their disciplined display, having arrived unbeaten in five, arguably deserved more from the contest.