Liverpool vs Wolverhampton prediction, H2H and probable lineups – December 27, 2025
One of the fixtures of Premier League matchday 18 will take place on Saturday at the legendary Anfield in Liverpool, where the local side Liverpool will host Wolverhampton. Here’s my pick for this match, offering excellent odds for success.
Match preview
Liverpool are gradually emerging from the crisis that plagued them at the start of the season. Under Arne Slot, the Reds have claimed three consecutive victories: first defeating Inter in the Champions League (1-0), then beating Brighton (2-0) and Tottenham (2-1) in the Premier League. Against Spurs, the Merseysiders played with a man advantage for much of the game, with Alexander Isak and Hugo Ekitiké getting their names on the scoresheet.
However, Slot’s side are facing major personnel issues. Alexander Isak, who picked up an injury in the match against Tottenham, will be sidelined for an extended period. Dominik Szoboszlai is suspended due to an accumulation of yellow cards. Mohamed Salah is also absent as he represents his country at the Africa Cup of Nations, although his participation would have been in doubt anyway due to strained relations with the head coach.
Wolverhampton approach this match in dire straits. The Wolves have suffered 11 straight defeats and are winless in their last 13 games. Their most recent victory dates back to September, when they overcame Everton in the EFL Cup.
The managerial change has not paid off: Portuguese boss Vítor Pereira was replaced by Rob Edwards, who previously worked in England’s lower leagues. But under the new manager, Wolves have lost all six matches. As a result, after 17 rounds, the team have just 2 points – an alarmingly low tally, and their chances of Premier League survival look virtually nonexistent.
Match facts and head-to-head
- Liverpool are unbeaten in their last six matches.
- Liverpool have scored first in five of their last six games.
- Wolverhampton have lost each of their last eleven matches.
- Wolverhampton have conceded in thirteen consecutive games.
- In the last ten head-to-head meetings, the Merseysiders have the upper hand: they’ve won eight times, while Wolverhampton have triumphed just once, with one match ending in a draw.
- Their most recent meeting at Anfield ended with a 2-1 victory for the hosts.
Probable lineups
- Liverpool: Alisson – Frimpong, Konaté, van Dijk, Kerkez – Gravenberch, Jones, Mac Allister – Chiesa, Wirtz, Ekitiké
- Wolverhampton: Sá – Mosquera, Bueno, Krejčí – Doherty, André, Gomes, Wolfe – López, Hwang, Larsen
Prediction
I expect a comfortable win for Liverpool. There’s little faith in Wolverhampton right now: the team are struggling even against weaker opponents, let alone against the Merseysiders. Therefore, I’m backing a routine home win. However, since the odds on a straightforward victory are not particularly high, a more logical bet is that Wolverhampton will fail to score. The Wolves have major issues both in defense and attack, making this outcome quite reasonable. My prediction: Both teams to score – no.
