"While the reigning Premier League champions might have continued to show a string of issues on either side of November's international break, Arne Slot's men have certainly found a recent boost and will undoable be smelling a golden opportunity here. Shattering a string of unwanted records this season and already with one foot firmly in the Championship, Wolves have cemented their spot as the Premier League's ultimo whipping boys."
"Although Liverpool might have already accepted that it would take a miracle in the race to defend their Premier League crown this season, Slot's side are enjoying what has become a recent purple patch. Last seen securing a 2-1 victory away at Tottenham, Saturday's hosts have won all of their previous three appearances across all competitions and they are rightfully installed as a landslide favourite this weekend."
"Collecting a heavyweight European scalp earlier in the month as they claimed a 1-0 win against Italian giants Inter Milan, Liverpool also open Saturday's showdown sat within touching distance of skyrocketing their way into the Champions League spots. Enjoying their longest winning run since the end of September, the former Feyenoord boss will be calling on his resurgent squad to make another statement here."
Liverpool have rediscovered form, winning their last three matches and securing a 2-1 victory at Tottenham. The side also beat Inter Milan 1-0, placing them close to the Champions League places and enjoying their longest winning run since late September. Arne Slot's team are heavy favourites against Wolves, having won their previous five meetings by an 11-4 aggregate. Wolves have endured a dire season, breaking unwanted records and appearing destined for the Championship, solidifying their status as the Premier League's whipping boys. Alexander Isak suffered a leg fracture and is set for a lengthy spell sidelined.
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