FA Cup: Liverpool vs Southampton: Predicted lineup, injury news, head-to-head, telecast

Anfield has been a fortress for Liverpool with the team unbeaten in 20 matches

Liverpool will be in full spirits after lifting the Carabao Cup on Sunday. The young guns put in an impressive performance to prove themselves on the big stage. The Reds have had an incredible season thus far, occupying the top spot in the league and still in contention for the FA Cup and Europa League.

Southampton are languishing in the fourth position in the Championship this season. After losing back-to-back matches in the last two matches, Russell Martin hopes to change the fortunes of his team. They advanced to the fifth round of the FA Cup by beating fellow Championship side Watford. Having said that, they will be confident coming into this match knowing that the Reds will be without some of their key players.

Kick-Off:

Thursday, 29 February at 1:30 AM IST

Location: Anfield

Form:

Liverpool (in all competitions): W-W-W-W-L

Southampton (in all competitions): L-L-W-L-W

Player to Watch

Virgil van Dijk (Liverpool)

The Liverpool skipper delivered a man-of-the-match performance in the last match against Chelsea to help his side win the EFL Cup. He scored a key header in extra time to win the title for the team. With his experience and physicality in defence, Virgil van Dijk has proved to be one of the best defenders in the world this season. 

Adam Armstrong (Southampton) 

The England International has been in terrific form for the Saints this season with 16 goals and 11 assists for the team. As a result of his hard work and dedication, he also leads the team in scoring and creating chances. In addition to his offensive duties, he also contributes more to defending duties for the team. With his directness and scoring instinct, it will be difficult for them to match him, which will cause trouble for the Reds. 

Match Facts

• Liverpool defeated Chelsea in the last match to win the EFL Cup
• Southampton have lost the last two matches
• Liverpool are unbeaten in 20 home matches

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Injury and Teams News

Injuries have plagued the Reds this season with multiple players on the injury table. Alison, Alexander-Arnold, Matip, Jota, Jones, Gravenberch, and Thiago are the players out on the injury table. Szoboszlai and Salah are doubtful for this match. 

Southampton on the other hand will be without two players for this match. Larios and Stewart are the players out on the injury table. The rest of the players are available for selection., 

Head-to-Head 

Total Matches- 25

Liverpool- 15

Southampton- 6

Draw- 4

Predicted Lineup for Liverpool vs Southampton

Liverpool Predicted lineup (4-3-3):

Kelleher; Bradley, Konate, van Dijk, Robertson; Mac Allister, Endo, Clark; Elliott, Gakpo, Diaz

Southampton Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1):

Bazunu; Walker-Peters, Bednarek, Harwood-Bells, Stephens; Aribo, Smallbone, Armstrong; Brooks, Adams, Armstrong

Match Prediction for Chelsea vs Tottenham

Following their recent victory over Chelsea in the EFL Cup, Liverpool will be confident to win this match. Southampton, in contrast, have struggled in recent matches, which suggests another Liverpool win. With Liverpool missing some key names due to injury, it would Southampton a big chance to upset them. We still expect Liverpool to come out on top for this game.

Prediction: Liverpool 2-0 Southampton

Telecast for Liverpool vs Southampton

India: Sony LIV

UK: Sky Sports

US: ESPN+

Nigeria – Supersport

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