Recent Form
Liverpool’s results have been volatile, and the narrative around pressure continues to build. The 2–0 win at West Ham was a welcome two goals and a clean sheet after a run that had seen too many defensive lapses and attacking stagnation. Wirtz’s performance drew positive attention, and Isak’s breakthrough Premier League goal lifted a burden from one of the club’s marquee forward signings.
But they need follow-through; Sunderland’s form, disciplined, hard-working and effective against bigger sides, promises no easy nights, even at Anfield.
Team News & Injuries to Consider
Conor Bradley remains sidelined and unavailable.
Jeremie Frimpong also remains out and unavailable.
Giovanni Leoni is still a long-term absentee.
Slot stated that Wirtz, Gomez and Isak will all be carefully monitored this week given their recent returns to action, and may not be able to play every minute of the current congested schedule, although they can all be involved.
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He also confirmed that Mohamed Salah will join Egypt for the Africa Cup of Nations on December 15, and preparation for his absence is underway.
The manager acknowledged Sunderland’s resilience and work rate ahead of the game, praising their mentality and the quality they have shown against top opponents.
With no new injuries but limited training time after Sunday, fitness management will be key.
Liverpool Predicted Lineup
GK: Alisson Becker
RB: Joe Gomez
CB: Ibrahima Konate
CB: Virgil van Dijk
LB: Andy Robertson
CM: Ryan Gravenberch
CM: Curtis Jones
CAM: Dominik Szoboszlai
RW: Mohamed Salah
CF: Alexander Isak
LW: Florian Wirtz
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