After the recent international break, Liverpool are set to face Wolves at Molineux in the Premier League on Saturday, September 16, 2023, as Paul Merson makes his prediction for the game.
Liverpool have had a promising start to the new season, leading some pundits to consider them as potential contenders for the league title.
One such pundit, Paul Merson, believes that Liverpool’s early performance is encouraging, but he emphasizes the importance of maintaining consistency to challenge teams like Manchester City and Arsenal.
In an interview with SportsKeeda, Merson predicts that Wolves will struggle to secure a win and expects Liverpool to win 2-1.
Saturday morning games, especially after international breaks, pose unique challenges, and all eyes will be on how Liverpool performs in this match.
Merson points out that such games can be equalizers and provide a significant advantage. Although Wolves are coming off a 3-2 loss to Crystal Palace, they haven’t been playing poorly.
Liverpool had a disappointing 2022-23 season but is showing signs of returning to their dominant form under Jurgen Klopp.
With three consecutive wins and a draw so far, they are building momentum for the season ahead.
Paul Merson comments on Liverpool Wolves game
Merson suggests that Klopp may employ squad rotation for this match, which could be beneficial. Players like Cody Gakpo and Diogo Jota could replace Luis Diaz in the starting lineup and make a positive impact.
Speaking to SportsKeeda, Merson commented:
“A Saturday morning game after an international break is always a hard one to call as most players – at least from the so-called top six sides – go away to represent their countries. It acts as a bit of a leveler and is a huge advantage, so Liverpool will have to be wary of that.
It’s particularly hard for South Americans like Alexis Mac Allister and Luis Diaz, but the Reds might be able to get away with rotating a few players. Mac Allister will probably start, but Liverpool can afford to bench Diaz as the likes of Cody Gakpo and Diogo Jota – who both scored for their countries in the international break – are waiting patiently on the wings.
Jurgen Klopp and co have begun the 2023-24 campaign in good form but will have to carry on if they want to challenge Manchester City for the Premier League title. Wolves, on the other hand, have had a tough start to the season, so I can’t see them getting a result here. They don’t score too many goals, so even if Liverpool concede, they won’t find it difficult to outscore the home side.”
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