Slot became champion on the Foggy Albion on his very first attempt. In the summer, he received new signings worth hundreds of millions. However, the autumn stretch was disappointing, as the team exited the League Cup (moreover, in August, they also lost the Super Cup to Crystal Palace on penalties) and suffered numerous defeats both in the Premier League and the Champions League.
Only in winter did they manage to stabilize the situation, but setbacks still occur—at home, they drew 0-0 with Leeds. Draws also followed against Fulham and Arsenal. Only in the cup against Barnsley did they secure a resounding 4-1 win.
At Turf Moor, the team has recently alternated between playing in the Championship and the Premier League. Last season, Parker was impressive in the second division. However, upon moving up, he and his charges have lost the majority of their matches, remaining in the relegation zone. Although, there was a draw against Manchester United. In the cup, they even secured a convincing 5-1 victory over Millwall.
The champions average just 1.52 goals scored per match, while conceding 1.33 from opponents. However, the newly-promoted Premier League underdog has only 1.05 goals scored and 1.95 conceded per match.
Liverpool vs Burnley: Key Statistics and Trends
Liverpool have won five of their last eight matches
57% of Liverpool’s matches end with goals from both sides, with an average total of 2.86 goals per game
Burnley have lost nine of their last thirteen games
57% of Burnley’s matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total number of goals per match is 3.0
Liverpool vs Burnley: Possible Starting Lineups
Liverpool (possible lineup): Alisson – Kerkez, van Dijk, Konaté, Frimpong – Jones, Gravenberch, Wirtz, Mac Allister, Chiesa – Ekitike
Burnley (possible lineup): Dubravka – Pires, Humphries, Ekdal, Laurent, Walker – Antony, Florentino, Ugochukwu, Bruun Larsen – Broja
Previous matches: Liverpool vs Burnley
The 1-0 win in September marked the sixth consecutive head-to-head victory for van Dijk and company.
Free prediction for Liverpool vs Burnley
The title holders, of course, have their issues. But against such an opponent at home, they should win with a -1.5 goal handicap (odds – 1.7).
