Liverpool vs Southampton Predictions

Southampton are on a poor run and Liverpool will surely take advantage to extend their lead in the Premier League. Arne Slot’s men might end up as the winners in their clash against the Saints. You can add over 3.5 to your ticket.

Match info: Premier League

Venue: Anfield, Liverpool

Date: Saturday, 8^th March 2025

Time: 4pm Nigerian time

Separated by an astonishing 58 points in the Premier League standings, Liverpool and Southampton collide at Anfield on Saturday afternoon.

The Reds hold a 13-point lead over Arsenal at the summit, while the Saints are adrift of 17th place by the same amount, and here Sports Mole rounds up the team news for both clubs.

Head-to-head:

Liverpool have won 27 of the 49 of the Premier League meetings between the two teams.

Southampton have recorded 11 victories.

The remaining 11 clashes ended in draws.

The hosts are undefeated in the last 24 Premier League games.

The Reds have already taken down the Saints once again this season.

Southampton are winless in their last nine EPL away games.

Their last 7 encounters produced at least 3 goals.

Form:

Liverpool in the League: D-W-D-W-W

Liverpool in all competitions: W-D-W-W-W

Southampton in the League: L-W-L-L-L

Southampton in all competitions: W-L-L-L-L

Team News:

Tyler Morton, Conor Bradley, and Joseph Gomez have injuries and will not be in action for the hosts. Cody Gakpo’s availability is not yet confirmed after a minor knock.

Southampton will be without the services of Adam Lallana, Ryan Fraser and three more players due to their injuries.

Player(s) to watch:

Mohamed Salah is the top goal scorer and assists provider in the Premier League this season. The Egyptian winger is in great form and has scored four goals in the last five games for Liverpool. Salah is going to unleash havoc on the opponent’s defence once again and the Reds will be in for a treat.

Joe Aribo will be the player to look at when Southampton is considered. He can score goals and might even play as a defender in the upcoming clash against Liverpool. He is the top goal scorer for the Saints in the Premier League this season. Joe Aribo will play a major role in controlling the midfield and also can help fellow teammates in the attacking front.