Wolves vs Liverpool prediction as Reds chase champions League spot | Football | Sport

Liverpool, embroiled in an intense battle for Champions League qualification, will be intent on preventing an upset when they travel to Wolves at Molineux on Tuesday. The Reds, presently fifth in the standings, increased their points haul to 48 following a 5-2 triumph over West Ham United on Saturday and enter as overwhelming favourites against basement club Wolves.

Nevertheless, Wolves displayed resilience by defeating Aston Villa 2-0 on Friday, a result that represented only their second league victory of the campaign and saw them claim points from three of the current top four.

On 13 points, Wolves have at least escaped the embarrassment of Derby County’s record-low 11-point Premier League season in 2007-08. Whilst manager Rob Edwards cannot guide his team to survival, his recent form—two victories, five draws, and four defeats in the last 11 fixtures—indicates Wolves may prove more awkward opposition than their league standing suggests.

In attack, Wolves have faltered, drawing a blank in five of their last eight matches, yet they have registered three clean sheets during that period and have collected eight points from their last six home outings. Liverpool’s emphatic victory over West Ham didn’t entirely capture the competitive nature of the contest, with the Hammers matching the Reds in significant opportunities and expected goals, whilst also shading possession at Anfield.

Boss Arne Slot emphasised the significance of set pieces, as Liverpool converted their opening three goals from corners and established a new Premier League benchmark with seven successive goals from non-penalty set pieces. At the back, Liverpool had registered three clean sheets before the West Ham fixture and have found the net at least twice in six of their previous nine outings.

The Reds will look to prolong their winning sequence against Wolves to seven encounters, although their previous three triumphs have all been slender 2-1 outcomes, including the reverse fixture in December 2025. Slot’s team appear to have rediscovered their rhythm with four consecutive victories going into this clash, and they have prevailed in six of their last seven matches across all competitions.

Liverpool’s away record has also been notable, with just one reverse in their previous 10 away fixtures and six victories during that period.

Wolves vs Liverpool Predictions

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Wolves vs Liverpool Team News

Wolves’ teenage sensation Mateus Mane is poised to retain his starting position following his outstanding attacking performances, whilst Angel Gomes is anticipated to partner Joao Gomes in the centre of the park after Andre’s recent setback. Defensively, Toti Gomes, Santiago Bueno, and Yerson Mosquera are projected to comprise the back three shielding goalkeeper Jose Sa.

For the away side, Slot has indicated that Florian Wirtz won’t recover in time for Tuesday’s fixture, meaning Dominik Szoboszlai should maintain his role as the number 10. Notwithstanding recent lapses in performance, Mohamed Salah and Cody Gakpo are anticipated to retain their spots in the starting XI, alongside forward Hugo Ekitike.

Jeremie Frimpong, who made his comeback from injury against West Ham, may feature to enhance his match sharpness for the season’s concluding stages.

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