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Liverpool return to Premier League action this weekend at Anfield against Wolverhampton Wanderers. The Reds are looking to maintain momentum after recent wins, despite missing Mohamed Salah, who is away with Egypt at the Africa Cup of Nations, Dominik Szoboszlai, who is facing a suspension, and Alexander Isak, sidelined with a broken leg. Wolverhampton sit at the bottom of the table with just two points from 17 matches. They have conceded 37 goals, the most in the league this season, and are level with Sheffield United’s 2020/21 start for the worst opening in Premier League history. Any result other than a win at Anfield would extend their winless run to 18 games, a record in English football’s top four divisions.
Hugo Ekitike has been Liverpool’s standout performer in recent weeks. The £79 million summer signing from Eintracht Frankfurt has scored five goals in his last three Premier League matches, including the winner against Tottenham Hotspur. With Isak injured and Salah absent, Ekitike is set to lead the Reds’ attack. If he scores against Wolves, Ekitike will equal a Liverpool record. He would become the first player outside of Mohamed Salah to score in four consecutive league matches since Sadio Mane in February 2019. Ekitike currently has eight Premier League goals and could reach double digits against Wolves’ struggling defense.The game presents a clear opportunity for Liverpool to strengthen their position in the Premier League table and build momentum heading into the busy festive period. With the Reds sitting just outside the top four, a victory at Anfield would help close the gap on their Champions League rivals and keep them in contention for European qualification.
For Hugo Ekitike, the match offers a chance to cement his status as a key figure in Liverpool’s attack under Arne Slot. His recent run of goals has shown he can lead the line effectively, especially in the absence of Mohamed Salah and Alexander Isak. On the other hand, Wolves’ dismal form this season provides Liverpool with a favorable scenario to dominate possession, test their attacking combinations, and continue building team confidence. Fans will be watching not only for the points but also to see if Ekitike can reach the milestone of scoring in four consecutive league matches; a feat not achieved by a Liverpool player outside of Salah since Sadio Mane in 2019. With so much at stake for both the team and individual players, this match is set to be a high-stakes test of Liverpool’s depth, resilience, and attacking firepower.
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