Liverpool enters this match in a strong position, currently holding second place in the Premier League standings.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Crystal Palace and Liverpool is scheduled for December 9, 2023, with a kick-off time of 1:30 pm WAT. The match will take place at Selhurst Park in London.
Recent Forms and Team News
Liverpool enters this match in a strong position, currently holding second place in the Premier League standings.
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They have been in excellent form, coming off a 2-0 win against Sheffield United. Crystal Palace, conversely, is in 14th place and has been struggling recently, with their latest match resulting in a 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth.
This downturn in form has seen them drop further down the table, with just one win from their last eight matches.
In terms of team news, Crystal Palace might be without Tyrick Mitchell due to a hip injury, and Eberechi Eze is also unlikely to play due to an ankle injury. Liverpool, on the other hand, will be missing Joel Matip for the rest of the season due to a ruptured ACL. Alexis Mac Allister is a doubt, having required stitches on a knee cut.
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Historical Head-to-Head and Rivalry
Liverpool has a strong historical record against Crystal Palace, winning 35 out of their 62 matches. Crystal Palace is winless in their last 12 games against Liverpool in the Premier League, their longest such run against any opponent. Under Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool has never lost a game away from home against Crystal Palace.
Playing Styles and Tactics
Liverpool is known for their robust attacking style, with key players like Mohamed Salah and Trent Alexander-Arnold being pivotal. Crystal Palace, traditionally strong at home, has been struggling at Selhurst Park this season, registering only one win in their seven home games so far.
Betting Tips and Predictions
The prediction for this match leans towards a Liverpool win, with a possible scoreline of Crystal Palace 1-3 Liverpool. Betting tips suggest that Liverpool is likely to win, with the game expected to have over 2.5 goals. It's also predicted that Liverpool will score first and that Mohamed Salah is expected to score.
Conclusion and How to Watch
Given Liverpool's current form and historical advantage, they are favoured to win this match. Crystal Palace, with their recent poor form, especially at home, will face a tough challenge.
The match time is 1:30 pm WAT, and for Nigerian viewers, it's best to check local sports channels for live coverage closer to the match, like SuperSports.