Tottenham vs Liverpool: Predictions, Betting odds, Lineups, Preview

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• Fixture: Tottenham vs Liverpool
• Date: Saturday, 20 December 2025
• Kick-off: 17:30 GMT
• Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

Tottenham will be looking to bounce back after a tough run of results, particularly their recent 0-3 loss to Nottingham Forest. With key players like Richarlison and Bentancur in the lineup, they have the firepower to challenge Liverpool's defence. However, their inconsistent form might make it difficult to maintain pressure throughout the match.

Liverpool, on the other hand, come into this game with a more positive recent record, including a 2-0 win over Brighton. Their midfield, led by Gravenberch and Jones, could control the tempo of the game, but they'll need to be wary of Tottenham's counter-attacks. This match could be closely contested, with both teams having moments of dominance.

Match Prediction: Tottenham 1-2 Liverpool

Tottenham's recent form has been a bit of a rollercoaster, with only one win in their last five matches. Their 2-0 victory over Brentford at home shows they can still put in a strong performance, but the 0-3 loss to Nottingham Forest away is a concern. They'll need to find some consistency if they want to challenge Liverpool.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Loss: 0-3 vs Nottingham Forest (A)
• Win: 2-0 vs Brentford (H)
• Draw: 2-2 vs Newcastle (A)
• Loss: 1-2 vs Fulham (H)
• Loss: 1-4 vs Arsenal (A)

Liverpool have had a more stable run of form, with two wins and two draws in their last five games. Their most recent result, a 2-0 win against Brighton at home, should give them confidence going into this match. However, the 0-3 loss to Nottingham Forest at home is a reminder that they can't take any game for granted.

Recent Premier League Results:

• Win: 2-0 vs Brighton (H)
• Draw: 3-3 vs Leeds (A)
• Draw: 1-1 vs Sunderland (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs West Ham (A)
• Loss: 0-3 vs Nottingham Forest (H)

The head-to-head record between these two teams shows a strong recent dominance by Liverpool. In their last five encounters, Liverpool have won four times, including a 5-1 victory in their most recent meeting. Tottenham managed a single win in the League Cup, but overall, Liverpool has been the more successful side in this fixture.

Recent Results

• Liverpool 5-1 Tottenham (27 Apr 2025)

• Liverpool 4-0 Tottenham (06 Feb 2025) - League Cup

• Tottenham 1-0 Liverpool (08 Jan 2025) - League Cup

• Tottenham 3-6 Liverpool (22 Dec 2024)

• Liverpool 4-2 Tottenham (05 May 2024)

• James Maddison (Knee) - Out

• Dominic Solanke (Ankle) - Out

• Dejan Kulusevski (Knee) - Out

• Kota Takai (Foot) - Out

• Radu Drăgușin (Knee) - Out

• Destiny Udogie (Strain) - Out

• Yves Bissouma (International duty) - Out

• Pape Sarr (International duty) - Out

• Giovanni Leoni (Knee) – Out

• Stefan Bajcetic (Hamstring) – Out

• Jeremie Frimpong (Muscle) – Out

• Wataru Endo (Knock) - Out

• Cody Gakpo (Knock) - Out

• Joe Gomez (Hamstring) - Out

• Dominik Szoboszlai (Ankle) - Out

• Mohamed Salah (International duty)

• Predicted lineup: Vicario (GK), Porro (DF), Romero (DF), Van de Ven (DF), Spence (DF), Bentancur (MF), Gray (MF), Kudus (MF), Simons (MF), Muani (MF), Richarlison (AT)

Tottenham are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with Vicario in goal and a back four of Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, and Spence. The midfield duo of Bentancur and Gray will look to provide stability, while Kudus, Simons, and Muani support Richarlison up front.

• Predicted lineup: Alisson (GK), Bradley (DF), Konate (DF), Van Dijk (DF), Kerkez (DF), Gravenberch (MF), Jones (MF), Ekitike (MF), Mac Allister (MF), Wirtz (MF), Isak (AT)

Liverpool will likely use a 4-2-3-1 setup, with Alisson between the posts and a defence of Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, and Kerkez. Gravenberch and Jones will anchor the midfield, with Ekitike, Mac Allister, and Wirtz playing behind the lone striker, Isak.

• Richarlison vs Konate: Richarlison's pace and movement will test Konate's defensive awareness.
• Bentancur vs Jones: Bentancur's passing range will be crucial against Jones' ball-winning ability.
• Simons (Tottenham): Simons' creativity in midfield could unlock Liverpool's defence.
• Gravenberch (Liverpool): Gravenberch's control in midfield will be key to dictating the game's tempo.

Tottenham vs Liverpool at 17:30 GMT on Saturday, 20 December 2025, will be broadcast live for viewers in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Ultra HDR.

Ladbrokes is predicting that the score will be Tottenham 1-2 Liverpool.

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