After back-to-back league draws against Leeds United and Fulham, Liverpool showed resilience by earning a valuable point away at Arsenal. They also progressed comfortably in the FA Cup with a professional performance against Barnsley, giving supporters renewed confidence ahead of the weekend clash.
Standing in their way is Scott Parker’s Burnley side, who are battling to stay afloat near the bottom of the league table. The reverse fixture earlier this season was a tense affair, with Liverpool needing a late Mohamed Salah penalty to claim all three points.
With the match approaching, here’s a full breakdown of current form, injury updates, and what to expect from both teams.
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📊 Recent Form Guide (Last 6 Premier League Matches)
Liverpool:
Wins: 3
Draws: 3
Losses: 0t
Goals Scored: 8
Goals Conceded: 4
Points: 12
Liverpool remain unbeaten in their last nine league games, a run that stretches back to their surprise home defeat to Nottingham Forest in November. However, recent weeks have seen too many stalemates, with five draws recorded in their last eight outings.
On a positive note, the Reds have tightened up defensively, keeping three clean sheets in their last six matches.
Burnley:
Wins: 0
Draws: 3
Losses: 3
Goals Scored: 6
Goals Conceded: 11
Points: 3
The Clarets are enduring a tough campaign and have failed to win any of their last 12 league matches. While draws against Bournemouth, Everton and Manchester United showed signs of fight, their overall form remains a major concern.
Since beating Wolves back in October, Burnley have managed just three points from a possible 36 — a run that explains why they remain stuck in the relegation zone.
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📺 How to Watch Liverpool vs Burnley
Due to the traditional Saturday 3pm broadcast blackout in the UK, the match will not be shown live on British television. However, international viewers can access coverage through various overseas networks, with streaming options available in the United States and other regions.
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🏥 Team News
Liverpool
The Reds have been dealt another injury setback with Conor Bradley ruled out for the remainder of the season due to a knee problem. He joins a growing list of absentees that includes Alexander Isak and Giovanni Leoni.
Mohamed Salah remains unavailable as he continues his involvement in the Africa Cup of Nations, although there is better news regarding Wataru Endo, who has returned to the squad. Manager Arne Slot has also eased fears over youngster Rio Ngumoha after he picked up a minor knock in midweek.
Burnley
Scott Parker will be without several key players for the trip to Anfield. Jordan Beyer, Josh Cullen, Zeki Amdouni and Connor Roberts are all confirmed absentees.
There is, however, some hope that Zian Flemming and Joe Worrall could recover in time to feature, which would be a boost for the struggling visitors.
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🔮 Match Prediction
This is a fixture Liverpool simply cannot afford to slip up in. With their title ambitions still alive, dropping more points at home would be a major setback.
Although recent performances haven’t always been convincing, the Reds should have more than enough quality to overcome a Burnley side low on confidence.
Expect the visitors to sit deep and make life difficult, but ultimately Liverpool should find a way through.
Prediction: Liverpool 2-0 Burnley
A patient and disciplined display should see Arne Slot’s men get back to winning ways and finally register their first league victory of the new year.
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