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Already confirmed as league leaders heading into the new year, Liverpool will hope to end 2024 on a high when they visit the London Stadium on Sunday. Here are predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the game.
West Ham United's narrow 1-0 victory over Southampton extended their unbeaten streak to four matches and saw them steer further away from the drop zone, but it left them with contrasting feelings, having suffered four injuries in the clash.
Meanwhile, Liverpool's 3-1 win over Leicester City on Thursday extended their lead at the top of the table to six points and stretched their unbeaten run to 22 matches across all competitions. With only one loss all season and a game in hand on their rivals, Liverpool are firmly in the driver's seat.
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Mohammed Salah’s goal in the game saw him reach 250 EPL goal involvements for Liverpool (171 goals, 79 assists), joining Wayne Rooney, Ryan Giggs, and Harry Kane as the only players to achieve this feat for a single club.
West Ham vs. Liverpool Head to Head
The Hammers aim to continue a recent trend of positive year-end results, having won their final game of the year in three of the last four seasons.
However, their dismal record against Liverpool in the Premier League—just one victory in their last 16 encounters—casts a long shadow over their hopes for success this time around.
Liverpool, on the other hand, have a strong track record in concluding the year with a win. They have suffered defeat in only one of their last ten year-end matches.
West Ham vs. Liverpool Team News and Possible Lineups
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West Ham United are facing a mounting injury crisis as the busy holiday fixture schedule takes its toll.
Carlos Soler, Lukasz Fabianski, and Maximilian Kilman were all forced off during their recent victory over Southampton, joining Michail Antonio on the injury list.
While Lucas Paqueta returns from suspension, Tomas Soucek and Guido Rodríguez will be unavailable due to their own bans.
In contrast, Liverpool appear to be in a strong injury-free position following their Boxing Day win against Leicester City.
Ibrahima Konate and Conor Bradley remain the only confirmed absentees for manager Arne Slot, who has the luxury of squad depth and can potentially rotate his starting lineup.
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West Ham Predicted lineup (4-5-1)
Areola (GK); Wan-Bissaka, Mavropanos, Todibo, Emerson; Bowen, Summerville, Alvarez, Paqueta, Kudus; Fullkrug
Liverpool Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Alisson (GK); Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai; Salah, Nunes, Gakpo
West Ham vs. Liverpool Predictions & Betting Tips
Liverpool are brimming with confidence right now and boasting a potent attack, making them the strong favourites against a depleted West Ham team.
Liverpool win and over 2.5 goals
Liverpool over 1.5 goals
Both teams to score
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