Liverpool vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Prediction | Premier League 2025/26 | EPL Prediction | Dec 27 – Is a Liverpool Rout Inevitable against Winless Wolves?

Anfield prepares for what looks like a mismatch on paper, but in the Premier League, danger often lurks where you least expect it. The hosts, currently sitting in an underwhelming 10th place, are desperate to turn a solid unbeaten run into a rapid ascent up the table. They welcome a Wolves side that is enduring a nightmare campaign, rooted to the bottom and still searching for their first win after 16 grueling attempts.

Liverpool vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Match Details at a Glance

Injury News and Suspensions

Liverpool

Arne Slot is navigating a festive period defined by a “debilitating injury crisis.” While the starting XI looks strong, the depth is razor-thin. Giovanni Leoni is a long-term absentee with a cruciate ligament injury, out until August 2026. Forward Cody Gakpo and midfielder Wataru Endo are sidelined until early January with knocks. The real questions surround the doubtful list: key playmaker Dominik Szoboszlai (ankle) and Jeremie Frimpong (muscle) face late fitness tests.

Wolverhampton Wanderers

Rob Edwards has his own selection headaches to compound the misery of the results. Goalkeeper Daniel Bentley and midfielder Marshall Munetsi are racing to be fit for late December, though this game might come too soon. Hugo Bueno (strain) and Jean-Ricner Bellegarde (hamstring) are out until January, while Rodrigo Gomes won’t return until February due to a groin issue. The lack of rotation options is hurting a team that desperately needs fresh legs and fresh ideas.

Liverpool vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Head-to-Head Records

Form Guide

Liverpool

The Reds are in a strange limbo. Unbeaten in their last five games across all competitions as of December 20, 2025, they have stabilized the ship, yet sitting 10th is simply not good enough for the Anfield faithful. Arne Slot’s “Slot-ball”,a high-octane, possession-heavy style,is creating plenty of chances, with the likes of Ekitike and Wirtz starting to gel. However, the defensive vulnerabilities are glaring. They concede too many chances for a team with title aspirations, and while Alisson remains a wall, the backline ahead of him has been porous due to injuries and aggressive positioning.

Wolverhampton Wanderers

If Liverpool’s season is underwhelming, Wolves’ season is a catastrophe. Bottom of the pile and winless in 16 league games (D2, L14), confidence is non-existent. Rob Edwards is trying to instill resilience, but “poor and avoidable goals” continue to undo their hard work. They are seemingly finding new ways to lose each week. Despite the gloom, there is occasional individual quality from Hwang and Strand Larsen, but as a collective, they look like a team waiting for the season to end, or for a miracle to kickstart it.

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Liverpool vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Key Battles

Hugo Ekitike vs Yerson Mosquera

Based on the players available, a likely key duel is in the Wolves penalty area. Hugo Ekitike has become the focal point of Slot’s attack. His height, pace, and link-up play allow Liverpool to play vertically when the press is on. He will be up against Yerson Mosquera, who has the unenviable task of marshaling a siege mentality defense. Mosquera is physically capable and good in the air, but he is prone to lapses in concentration under sustained pressure.

Dominik Szoboszlai vs Andre

Assuming he passes his late fitness test, Dominik Szoboszlai is the engine of this Liverpool side. His driving runs from midfield and ability to shoot from distance force defenses to step out, creating space for Wirtz and Ekitike. He will be tracked by Andre, Wolves’ midfield anchor. Andre’s job will be to sit deep, screen the back four, and try to disrupt Liverpool’s rhythm. It’s a battle of energy vs. discipline.

Liverpool vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Tactical Outlook

Arne Slot will set Liverpool up to dominate the ball from the first whistle. Expect a fluid formation where Kerkez pushes high on the left, essentially acting as a winger, while Jones and Mac Allister circulate the ball rapidly to tire out the Wolves block. The key for the hosts will be the “counter-press”,winning the ball back within seconds of losing it to prevent Wolves from settling. However, their high line is a risk, especially with Gomez potentially returning from a hamstring issue and lacking match sharpness.

Rob Edwards has little choice but to park the bus. Wolves will likely deploy a low block, packing the central areas to force Liverpool wide. The plan will be to absorb pressure for 80 minutes and hope Hwang or Strand Larsen can nick something on a rare breakaway or set-piece. Their nominal strength in “certain away match scenarios” implies they might try to frustrate the Anfield crowd by wasting time and breaking up the flow of the game.

Liverpool vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Possible Playing Squad

Liverpool XI:

Alisson (GK), Gomez, Konaté, van Dijk, Kerkez, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Jones, Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Ekitike

Wolverhampton Wanderers XI:

Johnstone (GK), Doherty, Agbadou, Mosquera, Møller Wolfe, Krejci, Andre, Gomes, Gomes, Hwang, Strand Larsen

Liverpool vs Wolverhampton Wanderers Match Prediction

It is hard to look past a comfortable home win here. Anfield is a fortress, and while Liverpool have their defensive flaws, Wolves have shown absolutely nothing to suggest they can exploit them effectively. The visitors’ confidence is at rock bottom, and facing a high-pressing “Slot-ball” system is the worst possible matchup for a team prone to defensive errors. Expect the Reds to camp in the Wolves half, with the only question being how long the visitors can hold out before the floodgates open.

Score Prediction

Liverpool 3–0 Wolverhampton Wanderers; The relentless pressure of Slot’s attack should easily dismantle a fragile Wolves side, extending their winless misery.

Disclaimer: This Football prediction is based on the author’s insights and analysis. Readers should consider the points discussed and draw their own conclusions.