Live Score Preview: Liverpool vs Southampton Prediction, Odds, Lineup, Head-To-Head & Telecast

The FA Cup Fifth Round clash between Liverpool vs Southampton saw the Reds emerge victorious, advancing to the next stage with a 2-0 win. While Liverpool fielded a rotated squad due to their demanding schedule, they still controlled the majority of the game.

Mohamed Salah opened the scoring in the first half, showcasing his signature finishing ability after a well-worked team move. Despite Southampton’s improved performance under new manager Nathan Jones, they struggled to create clear-cut opportunities against a resolute Liverpool defense.

Match Details:

• Match: Liverpool vs Southampton (FA Cup, Round of 16)
• Date: February 28, 2024
• League: FA Cup
• Venue: Anfield
• Kick-off time: 8 pm GMT

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Liverpool:

• Riding high on their recent EFL Cup triumph, Liverpool will be brimming with confidence.
• Injuries continue to be a concern, with key players like Virgil van Dijk and Diogo Jota still sidelined.
• Manager Jurgen Klopp is expected to rotate the squad, giving opportunities to fringe players.

Southampton:

• Seeking to improve their recent form, having lost three of their last four league games.
• New manager Nathan Jones will be looking to implement his tactics and secure a positive result.
• Che Adams and James Ward-Prowse will be crucial for Southampton’s attacking threat.

Prediction:

Despite the potential for squad rotation by Liverpool due to their busy schedule and recent injuries, they are still heavily favored to win this FA Cup match against Southampton. The bookmakers reflect this sentiment with odds heavily favoring the Reds. However, Southampton’s recent change in management under Nathan Jones could inject some unpredictability into the match.

Here’s a breakdown of the general prediction:

• Winner: Liverpool
• Scoreline: Liverpool 2-0 Southampton

Odds:

Bookmakers predict a comfortable win for Liverpool, with odds heavily skewed in their favor:

• Liverpool: Win – 1.50 (67% chance)
• Draw: X – 4.00 (25% chance)
• Southampton: Win – 8.00 (8% chance)

Lineup:

Liverpool (Predicted, with potential rotation):

• GK: Alisson Becker
• DF: Joe Gomez
• DF: Ibrahima Konate
• DF: Joel Matip
• DF: Kostas Tsimikas
• MF: Fabinho
• MF: Naby Keita
• MF: Harvey Elliott
• FW: Mohamed Salah
• FW: Roberto Firmino
• FW: Cody Gakpo (on loan from Southampton)

Southampton (Predicted):

• GK: Gavin Bazunu
• DF: Kyle Walker-Peters
• DF: Mohammed Salisu
• DF: Jan Bednarek
• DF: Romain Perraud
• MF: Stuart Armstrong
• MF: James Ward-Prowse (C)
• MF: Ibrahima Diallo
• FW: Moussa Djenepo
• FW: Che Adams
• FW: Nathan Tella

Liverpool vs Southampton Head-to-Head Record

Overall:

• Matches Played: 65
• Liverpool Wins: 39
• Draws: 13
• Southampton Wins: 13

Recent Form (Last 5 Matches):

• Liverpool: W-W-W-L-W
• Southampton: L-L-L-W-L

Highest Total Scored:

• Liverpool: 6 (2016)
• Southampton: 4 (2017)

Lowest Total Scored:

• Liverpool: 0 (3 times)
• Southampton: 0 (3 times)

Most Runs Scored:

• Liverpool: Mohamed Salah (10 goals)
• Southampton: Danny Ings (6 goals)

Most Clean Sheets:

• Liverpool: Alisson Becker (7)
• Southampton: Fraser Forster (4)

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