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Three days after edging a five-goal thriller between both sides in the EFL Cup, the Reds will host the Seagulls in the Premier League on Saturday. Here are predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the game.
Liverpool remain on course to retain the EFL Cup after winning it for a record 11th time last season with a 3-2 win against Brighton at the Amex Stadium on Wednesday night.
Meanwhile, Brighton will hope to avenge Wednesday’s defeat, especially after failing to hold on for the win in a dramatic 2-2 draw with Wolves in their last Premier League game.
Liverpool vs. Brighton Head to Head
Liverpool have won only two of the last eight PL meetings between both sides, after winning each of the first six.
Liverpool vs. Brighton Team News and Possible Lineups
Liverpool will remain without Harvey Elliott (foot), Alisson Becker (hamstring), and Diogo Jota (abdominal), while Federico Chiesa (fitness) and Conor Bradley (unspecified) are both doubtful.
Brighton will also be without Joao Pedro (ankle), Solly March (knee), Yankuba Minteh (muscle), Matt O'Riley (ankle), Adam Webster (thigh), and James Milner (thigh), all out due to injuries.
The Seagulls are also sweating over the availability of captain Lewis Dunk, who suffered a calf injury during the warm-up on Saturday.
Liverpool Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Kelleher (GK); Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo; Nunez
Brighton Predicted lineup (4-4-2)
Verbruggen (GK); Veltman, Van Hecke, Igor, Estupinan; Adingra, Hinshelwood, Baleba, Mitoma; Rutter, Welbeck
Liverpool vs. Brighton Predictions & Betting Tips
It is always tricky to play the same opponents in consecutive matches, which makes this tie a tricky one for the hosts.
However, we believe that the Reds have to edge the game, fuelled by their home support.
Over 2.5
Both teams to score
Second half Over 1.5