Liverpool had a couple of half-chances early, but Salah could not bring a ball under control in the boxand Gakpo could not get power behind a shot for an easy save.
A Reds corner in the 11th minute was cleared. Wolves continually found joy down the right side while Liverpool seemed content to hold possession in the opening 20 minutes
As the match slogged along, Ryan Gravenberch picked up a harsh yellow card. The Reds continued to get plenty of touches in the final third, but could not pay it off with a goal. Szoboszlai tried a shot from distance, but it did not pay off, leading to a 0-0 halftime score.
- Score: 0-0
- Possession: 38-61
- Shots: 0-5
- Key Battle: Ladislav Krejcí vs Ryan Gravenberch