Liverpool vs Leicester City Predictions

Liverpool are going through a sublime form. In their most recent encounter against Spurs, they netted six goals. We expect nothing different from the Reds in this match as they aim to solidify their position at the summit of the EPL Table.

Match info: Premier League

Venue: Anfield, Liverpool

Date: Thursday, 26^th December 2024

Time: 9 pm Nigerian time

Sweeping aside every obstacle in their path, Premier League title favourites Liverpool resume their pursuit of stardom at 9 pm on Boxing Day when Leicester City make the jaunt to Anfield.

The Reds closed out the pre-Christmas action with a breathtaking 6-3 victory over Tottenham Hotspur on December 22, while Ruud van Nistelrooy's men were humbled at home to Wolverhampton Wanderers.

Head-to-head:

• Liverpool have won 19 of the 34 Premier League meetings between the two clubs.
• Leicester have recorded 9 victories.
• The remaining 6 clashes ended in draws.
• Leicester have scored only 2 goals in their last 4 league visits to the Anfield.
• 8 of the last 10 encounters between the two teams produced at least 3 goals each.

Form:

• Liverpool in the league: W-W-D-D-W
• Liverpool in all competitions: D-W-D-W-W
• Leicester in the League: L-W-D-L-L
• Leicester in all competitions: L-W-D-L-L

Team News:

• For Liverpool, Ibrahima Konate and Conor Bradley are set to miss the upcoming match
• Leicester’s list of injuries includes only Jakub Stolarczyk.

Player(s) to watch:

• Dominik Szoboszlai has carved a niche for himself in the footballing world with his exceptional skill and leadership. Since he joined Liverpool, he has quickly become a pivotal figure for the Reds showcasing his ability to contribute both creatively and offensively, as he continues to demonstrate why he is regarded as one of Europe’s most promising midfield talents.
• Jordan Ayew has enjoyed a distinguished career, and established himself as a vital asset, consistently delivering impactful performances that made him a fan favourite.