Liverpool's grip on the Premier League title tightens, but not in the way they'd hoped. After facing a crushing 3-1 defeat to Arsenal last week, they return to Anfield this Saturday for a match against Burnley, knowing their lead could already be snatched by the time they take the field. Kickoff is at 3 PM UTC, and the atmosphere promises to be a mix of anxiety and determination, as the Reds seek redemption against a resilient Burnley side.
Liverpool, nicknamed the Reds, were unstoppable just weeks ago, but Arsenal exposed vulnerabilities that could cost them the title. Mohamed Salah and Darwin Nunez remain key to their attack, and the home crowd will be roaring them on to rediscover their winning form. However, the pressure is immense, and any slip-up could see Manchester City snatch the top spot.
Burnley, meanwhile, are fighting for their Premier League survival. Vincent Kompany's men came back from two goals down to draw against Fulham last time out, showcasing their fighting spirit. Wout Weghorst and Josh Brownhill can be threats upfront, and they'll be aiming to silence the Anfield crowd and capitalize on any Liverpool nerves.
Possible Prediction line-ups
Liverpool: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Quansah, Van Dijk, Robertson; Jones, Endo, Mac Allister; Jota, Nunez, Diaz
Burnley: Trafford; Assignon, O'Shea, Esteve, Vitinho; Gudmundsson, Berge, Brownhill, Odobert; Datro Fofana, Foster
Event details
NAME: Liverpool - Burnley
DATE: 10 Feb 2024
TIME: 15:00 UTC
VENUE: Anfield, Liverpool, England