Liverpool are ready to be back in action after their thrilling draw against Arsenal last Sunday. They will face Leeds United tonight in an away game at Ellan Road. Liverpool FC are having a very tough season this year. With 44 points, the All-Reds are in 8th in the league table. Therefore, the Klopp boys must win all their remaining games to secure the top four.
Stats & Facts
Liverpool have already lost nine games in the league and won only 12. Moreover, the Klopp boys have won only one of their last five league games, while they lost two and tied the remaining two. On the other hand, Leeds United have won two of their last five league matches and lost two.
However, Leeds United are looking to complete their second league double over Liverpool FC after winning at Anfield in October. But it won’t be an easy task for Leeds. Their previous records against Liverpool at Ellan Road are not so good enough. Leeds United failed to beat Liverpool in their last five meetings at Ellan Road. In the meantime, they lost three games to Liverpool.
Team News
Injuries have been a frustrating issue for Liverpool since the start of the season. Several key players have been out of the squad for Liverpool. However, some players have returned to the squad, and some are waiting to play tonight. Luiz Diaz and Thiago Alcantara are among them. Luis Diaz hasn’t played a single game since October. But the manager provided a green signal that Diaz could be featured tonight. Klopp said, “He’s 100 per cent ready in training so that’s it now. He is now completely normal in training and now we have to reintegrate him. He will be in the squad, if nothing happens Luis will be in the squad and from there we go. That’s it.”
However, Alisson and Ibrahima Konate missed two training sessions after the match against Arsenal, but the duo is ready to play tonight. Thiago Alcantara is also back in the squad after having an injury.
As for Leeds United, Max Wober has returned to the training ground. He has missed six matches for Leeds United. But tonight, he may play against Liverpool.
Our Prediction: Leeds 1-2 Liverpool
Liverpool are very unpredictable this season. They smashed Manchester United with seven goals, while the Klopp boys made a fantastic comeback against Arsenal after conceding two early goals.
Betfair Odds
Leeds United: 5.00
Draw: 4.40
Liverpool: 1.61
