Liverpool welcome Sunderland to Anfield on Wednesday night, looking to continue their dominance over newly promoted teams.
The Reds boast an incredible record against newly promoted sides. In fact, they have won their last 12 Premier League matches against such opposition. Furthermore, they have won 26 of their last 28 of these games at home. Arne Slot will demand a strong performance to back up the weekend’s win at West Ham.
However, the team must be wary of their own recent home struggles. Liverpool have lost two of their last three league games at Anfield. Therefore, they need to correct this run immediately to climb back towards the European places.
Liverpool team news
Liverpool manager Arne Slot faces a defensive selection headache at right-back. Unfortunately, injuries rule out both Conor Bradley and Jeremie Frimpong. In their absence, midfielder Curtis Jones or defender Joe Gomez are likely candidates to deputise.
However, there is stability in goal. Alisson Becker will retain his place after making a successful return with a clean sheet against West Ham.
In attack, Alexander Isak is expected to lead the line again. He finally broke his duck with his first league goal for the club at the weekend. Consequently, Mohamed Salah may have to settle for a place on the bench once more. Slot appears set to stick with the fluid attacking trio that impressed last time out: Florian Wirtz, Cody Gakpo, and Isak.
Meanwhile, the Reds remain without long-term absentee Giovanni Leoni (ACL). Additionally, Hugo Ekitike is a doubt with a back issue.
Liverpool predicted Lineup
Liverpool predicted XI: Alisson; Jones, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Gakpo; Isak
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture will be played at Anfield on Wednesday, 3 December 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 8:15 pm GMT.
How to watch Liverpool vs Sunderland?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Amazon Prime Video. Coverage starts at 7:30 pm GMT.
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