Reds Aim to Maintain Momentum at Anfield
With Champions League qualification still within reach, Liverpool return to Anfield on Saturday looking to build on back-to-back 1–0 league victories. Arne Slot’s men have rediscovered defensive resilience, and their dramatic late winner at Nottingham Forest underlined a growing belief that they can grind out results when needed.
Despite being 21 points worse off than at this stage last season, Liverpool remain firmly in the race for a top-four finish, sitting just three points behind rivals Manchester United. Their recent dominance over West Ham United also strengthens their prospects: the Reds have lost only once to the Hammers in their last 19 Premier League meetings and have won seven of the previous eight clashes.
Liverpool’s home record in this fixture is equally daunting for visitors. West Ham have triumphed at Anfield just once in 52 Premier League attempts, and history suggests another uphill battle awaits them.
Hammers Fighting for Survival but Face Huge Anfield Obstacle
West Ham arrive on Merseyside in improved form, with 11 points from their last six matches offering hope in their relegation fight. However, they remain inside the bottom three and must now confront an opponent against whom they have struggled for decades.
Nuno Espírito Santo’s side have drawn their last two fixtures and shown greater defensive discipline, but their away record against previous Premier League champions is alarming, with 26 losses in their last 29 such trips. The Hammers’ reliance on fast starts could play a key role again, yet sustaining pressure at Anfield is a far tougher task.
Prediction
With superior quality, stronger momentum, and dominant historical form, Liverpool look well positioned to secure another vital three points. Tip: 1.
