Liverpool vs Tottenham Hotspur – Match preview and team news | OneFootball

Liverpool welcome Tottenham Hotspur to Anfield on Sunday, with both sides desperate to reverse their fortunes after sobering European results in midweek.

The Reds return to Merseyside following a narrow 1–0 Champions League loss to Galatasaray, a result that marked their second defeat in three matches across all competitions. Despite this, Arne Slot’s side has won four of their last six matches overall and remains a formidable force at home.

Currently sitting sixth, Liverpool are just two points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa and know that another slip-up could severely dent their hopes of securing a Champions League berth for next season.

Tottenham Hotspur, meanwhile, arrive at Anfield in the midst of a historic crisis. A devastating 5–2 defeat to Atletico Madrid on Tuesday made it four losses from four for new manager Igor Tudor and marked the first time in Spurs’ history that they have lost six consecutive games in all competitions.

The North London side has not won a league game since early December and now sits 16th in the table, just one point above the relegation zone. For Tudor, the pressure is mounting as he looks to find a defensive formula that can withstand an aggressive Anfield atmosphere.

Liverpool vs Tottenham Hotspur – Match preview and team news

Team News

Liverpool

Arne Slot is “hopeful” that goalkeeper Alisson Becker will return after missing the Galatasaray trip with a minor muscle strain. Federico Chiesa is also expected to be available following illness. However, the Reds remain without long-term absentees Alexander Isak, Stefan Bajcetic, and Wataru Endo. 17-year-old Rio Ngumoha remains a potential starter as Slot continues to manage his minutes carefully.

Tottenham Hotspur

Spurs face a massive defensive crisis, missing both Micky van de Ven (suspension) and Cristian Romero (concussion protocol). They join a lengthy injury list that includes James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, and Destiny Udogie. Notably, Guglielmo Vicario is set to return in goal, while Conor Gallagher is expected to push through a fever to be involved.

Form

Liverpool

Liverpool have maintained a respectable pace this spring, winning four of their last six matches, though they recently followed a three-game winning streak with a disappointing 1-0 league loss at Wolves. Anfield remains a primary asset; the Reds have lost only one of their last 31 home league games against Spurs. Notably, while Liverpool’s first halves have been uncharacteristically quiet, their second halves have produced a league-high 59 goals this season.

Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham’s form is at an all-time low, with the side suffering six straight defeats in all competitions—the longest losing streak in the club’s history. Spurs are the only Premier League team without a win in 2026, recording four draws and seven losses in 11 games. Significantly, they have been heavily reliant on their away form, earning a staggering 66% of their points on the road this term.

Predicted Lineups

Liverpool Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Alisson; Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Jones; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Ekitike

Tottenham Hotspur Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Vicario; Porro, Danso, Dragusin, Spence; Gray, Sarr; Tel, Simons, Richarlison; Solanke

How to Watch Liverpool vs Tottenham Hotspur?

The match will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Football. Coverage starts ahead of the 16:30 kick-off.

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