Liverpool vs Wolves: A Timely Test for the Reds’ Title Aspirations
The Premier League title race is heating up, and Liverpool will be hoping to keep the momentum going when they welcome Wolves to Anfield on Saturday. The Reds, who have been dominating the league for most of the season, have seen their lead narrowed significantly in recent weeks, and a win against Nuno Espírito Santo’s side could be the perfect way to reassert their title credentials.
Preview
Liverpool, who have 64 points from 26 games, knowing that victory would see them regain their five-point advantage at the top of the table. The Reds have been in scintillating form, winning 12 of their last 14 league games, including a thumping 4-0 win over all Premier League top scorer Mohamed Salah’s old club, Roma, in their midweek Champions League fixture.
Wolves, on the other hand, have been a different story of late. Despite their impressive 3-1 win over Manchester City, the Midlands club has lost four of their last six league games, and will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing 2-0 defeat at home to Leicester City last weekend.
Tactics and Key Player
Liverpool’s relentless high-intensity pressing game will be a test for Wolves’ fragile backline, which has conceded a total of 12 goals in their last four away games in the Premier League. The Reds will likely start with Sadio Mané and Mohamed Salah on the wings, with Roberto Firmino leading the attack. Expect Jordan Henderson and Fabinho to dominate the midfield battle, allowing Liverpool’s full-backs Trent Alexander-Arnold and Andrew Robertson to provide width and deliver crosses into the box.
Wolves, on the other hand, will be relying on the pace and trickery of Adama Traoré and Raul Jiménez, as well as the creativity of winger Pedro Neto to cause problems for the Liverpool backline. However, their main threat will come from set pieces, with striker Raul Jiménez, who has already netted 14 goals this season, posing a significant aerial threat.
Prediction
It’s been a long time since Liverpool have lost a league game at Anfield, and it’s difficult to see that trend being broken this weekend. The Reds have the firepower, depth, and defensive solidity to overcome their struggling opponents and take all three points.
Score Prediction: Liverpool 2-0 Wolves
Assembly
Date: Saturday, February 23, 2021
Kick-off: 3:00 PM GMT
Stadium: Anfield
Referee: Chris Kavanagh
