Preview: Liverpool vs Chelsea prediction, odds, where to watch, time | Premier League 2025-26

The Blues are on a two-match winning run against the Reds.

Liverpool FC are all set to lock horns with Chelsea FC for their matchweek 36 of the 2025-26 English Premier League. This is going to be an entertaining outing between these sides, taking place at Anfield.

Arne Slot’s men are coming in after facing a 2-3 loss against Manchester United in their last matchup. They conceded two early goals, but then scored two of their own in the second half. The Reds weren’t able to contain the Red Devils, as they scored a match-winner late in the second half.

Liverpool FC continue their inconsistent run of performances. They will be at home for their next one and must use it to their advantage. The Reds are in fourth place on the league table and with a win, they might even confirm a spot in the Champions League next season.

Under their interim manager, Calum McFarlane, the Blues came up with some signs of life after their win against Leeds United in the FA Cup semifinal. But the momentum straightaway went to vain after their thrashing 1-3 defeat at the hands of Nottingham Forest in their next league contest.

With 13 wins in 35 matches, Chelsea are placed ninth on the Premier League points table. As per the current scenario, they might not play in the UCL next season. The Blues will be eager to return to winning ways, but being away from home is only going to make things tougher for them.

Kick-off:

• Location: Liverpool, England
• Stadium: Anfield
• Date: Saturday, May 9
• Kick-off Time: 05:00 PM IST/ 11:30 AM GMT/ 06:30 AM ET/ 03:30 AM PT
• Referee: Craig Pawson
• VAR: In use

Up next: Back at Anfield as we take on Chelsea 🔴@UPS | #LIVCHE pic.twitter.com/bUW6tcuSX7

— Liverpool FC (@LFC) May 5, 2026

Form:

Liverpool: W-L-W-W-L

Chelsea: L-L-L-W-L

Players to Watch

Dominik Szoboszlai (Liverpool)

Dominik Szoboszlai is once again going to play a crucial role in the squad for Liverpool FC. In the Reds’ previous league game, he bagged an assist and scored a goal against Man Utd. The 25-year-old will be looking to step up and come up with another top performance to help his side. In the ongoing edition of the Premier League, he has 11 goal involvements to his name.

Joao Pedro (Chelsea)

Joao Pedro was the sole goal scorer for Chelsea in their previous outing against the Garibaldis. He scored a sensational overhead kick in the final moments of the game, but it was not enough to avoid the defeat. The 24-year-old Brazilian forward will be looking to step up his game and put in top efforts to help his side in the final third.

Match Facts

• Chelsea have faced defeat in all of their last five Premier League matches.
• Liverpool have three wins in their last five attempts.
• The Reds are on a two-match losing run against the Blues.

Liverpool vs Chelsea: Betting Tips and Odds

• Liverpool to win @9/10 BetFred
• Cody Gakpo to score @2/1 bet365
• Goals under 3.5 @4/5 Sporting Index

Injury and Team News

Mohamed Salah, Hugo Ekitike, Wataru Endo, Stefan Bajcetic, Giovanni Leoni, Conor Bradley and Giorgi Mamardashvili are not going to be in action for Liverpool. They are injured. Alexander Isak and Alisson Becker are not yet confirmed to be a part of the squad.

Chelsea will not have Estevao in action due to his injury. He might return to action during mid-May 2026. Jamie Gittens is likely to sit out due to a lack of fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 200

Liverpool won: 87

Chelsea won: 67

Draws: 46

Predicted Lineups

Liverpool predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Woodman (GK); Frimpong, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Ngumoha; Gakpo

Chelsea predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Sanchez (GK); Gusto, Chalobah, Adarabioyo, Cucurella; Lavia, Caicedo; Palmer, Fernandez, Neto; Pedro

Match Prediction

Liverpool at home are going to have a slight edge and will be eager to return to winning ways. At Anfield, Chelsea will be under pressure, making things tougher for them.

The Reds might come out on top and secure three points against the Blues in their upcoming Premier League clash.

Prediction: Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea

Telecast Details

India: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports and Sky Sports

USA: NBC Sports

Nigeria: SuperSport

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