'Absolutely braindead' - Andy Robertson savaged by Liverpool fans as defender is sent off after just 17 minutes against Fulham

Liverpool were reduced to 10 men within 17 minutes of their Premier League clash after Robertson was shown a straight red card for his challenge on Fulham's Harry Wilson. Andreas Pereira switched the play as he sent a long ball towards Wilson on the right side. Robertson initially managed to intercept the pass, however, due to his poor first touch, the Fulham winger was in a great position to win back possession. The left-back then caught the Fulham star on his knee with an ugly challenge which led to the referee flashing the red card.

Reds fans were furious with Robertson's irresponsible act as they took to social media to vent their anger.

An X handled name LiverpoolFF wrote: "So f*cking sick of Robertson. He’s involved in a goal every other game now. He’s done."

Laurie called the defender 'braindead' as the post read: "This is pretty much game over within 15 minutes. Blame the ref all you want but Robertson is taking most of the blame for me. Absolutely braindead."

In a second post, Laurie wrote: "Robertson may have dropped one of the worst 15 minutes performances I can remember. Washed is being kind at this stage."

A fan named Hamy urged Robertson to quit football as the post read: "Andrew Robertson leave the football before the football leaves you."

John O Sullivan wrote: "And people don't think Robertson needs replacing."

Before the Scottish defender's sending-off, Arne Slot's side had conceded an early goal as ex-Manchester United star Pereira handed Fulham the lead from USMNT defender Antonee Robinson's assist. The Merseyside club managed to level after the break through Cody Gakpo.

The Reds will be back in action in midweek as they take on Southampton in a Carabao Cup quarter-final clash on Wednesday.