Liverpool have lost only once in their last 26 Premier League clashes with Everton, setting the stage for a heated encounter at Goodison Park on Wednesday.
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With five games left, Jurgen Klopp’s team is tied with table-toppers Arsenal on 74 points, although third-placed Manchester City has a game in hand.
On the other hand, Everton, in 16th place, is five points clear of relegation with one game in hand.
Their recent 2-0 win against Nottingham Forest, with goals from Idrissa Gueye and Dwight McNeil, boosted their survival hopes.
Despite two wins in their last three matches, Everton has only won two of their last 16 Premier League games, with four defeats in the last seven.
However, they have lost just one of their last six home league games, earning nine points out of 18.
Meanwhile, Liverpool secured a 3-1 win over Fulham, keeping their title hopes alive with goals from Trent Alexander-Arnold, Ryan Gravenberch, and Diogo Jota.
After consecutive losses against Atalanta and Crystal Palace, it was crucial for Klopp’s side to bounce back.
Liverpool has lost only one of their last 10 Premier League matches, with just two defeats in their last 26 league games.
Having scored in each of their last 20 away games in the Premier League, Liverpool is expected to continue their scoring streak on Wednesday.
Head-to-Head:
Liverpool has won three of their last four meetings with Everton, including three 2-0 victories and a goalless draw.
Additionally, Klopp’s team has not lost in their last 12 matches at Goodison Park across all competitions.
Team News & Updates:
Everton will miss Nathan Patterson, Lewis Dobbin, and Dele Alli due to injury, while Seamus Coleman is uncertain.
Liverpool, on the other hand, will be without Joel Matip, Thiago Alcantara, and Conor Bradley due to injury.
Prediction & Analysis:
Liverpool’s dominance in recent encounters and impressive away record position them as favorites.
With three 2-0 victories in their last four meetings, Klopp’s men hold the psychological edge.
However, Everton’s resilience at home cannot be overlooked, raising the potential for a tightly contested affair.
Ultimately, Liverpool’s firepower and defensive solidity are likely to tip the scales, securing them the Merseyside bragging rights in a match where both teams are expected to find the back of the net.
- Everton 1-2 Liverpool
