| Premier League | |
| MATCH INFO | |
MATCH :
| Liverpool V/s Leicester City
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COMPETITION : | Round 18
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| DATE: | 26-12-2024
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TIME:
| 1:30 AM IST (UTC +5:30)
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STADIUM:
| Anfield
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| Liverpool | Lineup |
Possible XI: Alisson (GK); Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Diaz | |
| Leicester City | Lineup |
Possible XI: Ward (GK); Justin, Coady, Vestergaard, Kristiansen; Skipp, Soumare; Ayew, El Khannouss, Mavididi; Vardy | |
Preview: Liverpool Vs Leicester City
The table toppers are back to winning ways
In the heart of Liverpool, where the soulful melodies of The Beatles echo through the Albert Dock and the Mersey River flows with stories of maritime glory, the Matchweek 18 of the Premier League fixtures takes us to the Anfield Stadium where Liverpool are set to host Leicester.
Liverpool FC are basking in a stellar Premier League campaign under the stewardship of Arne Slot, who has seamlessly taken over the reins following Jurgen Klopp’s departure. Dominating the league with an almost flawless run, Liverpool sit comfortably atop the points table, boasting just a single loss all season.
With a four-point cushion over second-placed Chelsea and a game in hand, the Reds appear poised to claim the coveted Premier League title if their momentum persists. Their recent demolition of Tottenham Hotspur at the latter’s home ground, with a resounding 6-3 victory, showcased their attacking prowess and determination.
The clash saw Luis Díaz and Mohamed Salah both bagging braces, while Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai added their names to the scoresheet, ending Liverpool’s brief spell of consecutive draws in emphatic fashion. This commanding performance reaffirms their title credentials as they prepare to host Leicester City FC in their next encounter at Anfield. With a renewed sense of purpose, the Merseyside giants will aim to extend their remarkable form and edge closer to what could be a historic league triumph.
Leicester City FC, one of the newly promoted teams in this Premier League season, finds themselves precariously close to the relegation zone. While they’ve managed to stay out of immediate danger, their position remains fragile, with a single misstep potentially dragging them into the dreaded relegation battle. Their recent outing against Wolverhampton Wanderers ended in a disheartening 3-0 defeat, a performance that highlighted their ongoing inconsistencies and defensive vulnerabilities.
As they prepare to face table-toppers Liverpool FC in their next fixture, Leicester will need an extraordinary effort to secure a positive result. Despite their struggles, the team has shown flashes of resilience, most notably in their surprising victory over West Ham United earlier this season. Whether they can summon similar courage and deliver another upset remains to be seen, but the challenge against Liverpool appears to be one of their toughest tests yet.
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