Liverpool are set to face Brighton in their upcoming Premier League match on Sunday, with the intention of extending their advantage in the crucial title race.
The Merseysiders are ready to return to PL action tomorrow after the international break. The title race for the PL silverware has become even more interesting with the last 10 games remaining.
Arsenal are leading the race with 64 points. The Mighty Reds are at the 2nd place with the same number of points, trailing behind in goal difference.
Chasing the top two are Manchester City who are 1 point short off of them, standing 3rd in the points table. 4th are Aston Villa with 56 points after 29 games played.
The narrow gap between the top three teams will play a crucial role in deciding the PL winner.
Brighton have been dominant over Liverpool in the past and will be hoping to continue their impressive form with another win in this match. The Seagulls are 8th on the table and are not in the conversation of finishing top 4.
The Anfield giants will also not be backing down from the challenge and will try their best to solidify their lead at the ultimate leg of this season.
Both teams have equal amount of chance to secure three points from this game and they will be trying their best to do so.
This match will also be a test for Roberto De Zerbi as he is contention to replace his adversary in the clash upon Klopp’s departure at the end of the season.
Premier League: Liverpool Team News vs Brighton
Several key players, including Alisson, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Andy Robertson, Thiago Alcantara, Stefan Bajcetic, Curtis Jones, Diogo Jota, will be out due to injuries.
Ibrahima Konate will be returning in action as he featured for French national team. Darwin Nunez, though missed his international duty for injury, is in contention to make an appearance for the Reds.
Midfielder Curtis Jones could also be making a comeback from his ankle issue. Klopp will have fair amount of players in his disposal.
Liverpool are expected to line up in a 4-3-3 formation with Caoimhin Kelleher in goal, Joe Gomez and Conor Bradley as fullbacks, and Jarell Quansah partnering with Virgil van Dijk in central defence.
In midfield, Alexis Mac Allister will join Dominik Szoboszlai and Wataru Endo. Mac Allister and Szoboszlai will provide creativity and control, while Endo’s role will be to stop opponent attacks in middle of the park, playing as a screen in front of the defence.
Leading the line for Liverpool will be Darwin Nunez, flanked by Mohamed Salah and Luis Diaz.
Predicted Line Up
Projected Lineup (4-3-3): Kelleher, Gomez, Van Djik, Quansah, Bradley, Mac Allister, Endo, Szoboszlai, Diaz, Nunez, Salah.
Brighton vs Liverpool – Anfield Home Prediction
Here is what we predict for the match at Anfield. But first here are some stats to support the claims:
- In Brighton’s previous five Premier League matches, they have secured two wins, suffered two losses and drew one.
- Brighton have also been undefeated in four of their last five meetings against Liverpool.
- Liverpool, on the other hand, are unbeaten for last five league games.
Neither side prefers to adopt a defensive strategy, so this game is likely to be open with numerous scoring opportunities.
While a high-scoring game is expected, Liverpool will be eager to get back to PL action with a victory. Thus, Anfield Home predicts a tight contest with Liverpool winning in a 4-goal thriller.
Liverpool 3 -1 Brighton.
Where to Watch?
The match will kick-off at 2:00 pm GMT and the live broadcast will be available at Sky Sports in the UK. In India, the match will start at 6:30 pm IST and can be watched live on Star Sports Select 1.
