Key Injuries, Predicted Lineups & Match Preview for the Crucial Premier League match on April 13.
Anfield sets the stage for a thrilling Premier League clash on Sunday as Liverpool are ready to welcome West Ham United. The Reds are still riding the high of Mohamed Salah’s contract extension. However, they are also approaching the game on the back of a surprising 3-2 defeat to Fulham.
Hence, they will be determined to bounce back against West Ham today. Even with recent setbacks, Arne Slot’s men maintain a commanding 10-point lead at the top of the table. They are also unbeaten at their home in their last 13 league outings.
It’s matchday on Merseyside 👊
— West Ham United (@WestHam) April 13, 2025
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Only a pair of wins from their remaining seven games would see Liverpool clinch the title. Whereas, West Ham United may be sitting in 16th place in the league table but they are 15 points above the drop zone. They’re secure in this position even after failing to secure a win in their last four league matches.
They are coming into this match on the back of a 3-2 defeat to Bournemouth last week. Even with this result, their away scoring record has been oddly effective. Added to these, both teams dealing with key injuries, the crucial Premier League match becomes more interesting.
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Arne Slot confirmed that the Reds are set to receive a squad boost with Alisson Becker set to return in goal in this match after recovering from a head injury. However, Trent Alexander-Arnold, Joe Gomez, and Tyler Morton are all sidelined with ankle, hamstring, and shoulder injuries respectively.
Fortunately for them, Conor Bradley is fit again and may slot in at the right-back position. Hence, Curtis Jones could drop out to accommodate that switch. All eyes will be on Mohamed Salah, who is seeking to mark his new contract with a standout performance today. He will also be determined too break his recent four-game goal drought.
Alisson; Robertson, Van Dijk, Konate, Bradley; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Diaz, Szoboszlai, Salah; Jota
Graham Potter expects to field a largely unchanged lineup from the draw they registered against Bournemouth. Only a minor concern is surrounding Niclas Fullkrug, who trained on Friday, so he may be available for this match. However, Crysencio Summerville, Michail Antonio, and Aaron Cresswell will remain unavailable.
Respectively, this trio are yet to recover from thigh, leg, and muscle injuries. If Fullkrug is not risked, the coach could introduce Jarrod Bowen, who has a strong record against Liverpool. The Hammers will aim to end their four-game winless streak while securing another step toward Premier League survival.
Areola; Emerson, Kilman, Todibo, Wan-Bissaka; Ward-Prowse, Alvarez; Paqueta, Soler, Kudus; Bowen
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