Fulham defender Calvin Bassey has declared that his side are prepared to face the challenge of travelling to Anfield to take on Premier League leaders Liverpool this Saturday.

The Cottagers arrive in Merseyside on the back of a 1-0 defeat to Sunderland last weekend — a result that extended their difficult start to the top flight. Fulham have now lost all three of their opening Premier League fixtures this season, conceding defeats against Chelsea, Crystal Palace, and Sunderland in contrasting fashion.

A demanding early run

Fulham fell short at home to both Chelsea and Crystal Palace before travelling to face a resolute Sunderland side, who kept a clean sheet in a 1-0 victory over the Cottagers. The back-to-back home defeats and a goalless showing against Sunderland paint a picture of a side still searching for their rhythm in the new campaign.

Bassey has been a constant presence in Fulham's defence throughout those opening games, starting all three Premier League matches and cementing his role as a key figure in the backline.

Bassey calls for focus and unity

Speaking to Fulham's official website, the Nigeria international stressed that the squad must perform at their highest level if they are to take anything from a trip to one of England's most formidable venues.