Liverpool after lost FA cup match can secure win?

Premier League Title Race: Can Liverpool Hold Their Lead?

Liverpool is top of the table. Everton is fighting to avoid relegation.

Everton Team News:

Recent Form: Three wins in five games under David Moyes. Strong defense and fast counter-attacks.

Key Injuries:

Dominic Calvert-Lewin (hamstring) – A big loss in attack.

Armando Broja (knee) – The loan signing is out.

Dwight McNeil (ankle) – Everton loses a key winger.

Seamus Coleman (muscle injury) – Fewer options in defense.

Orel Mangala (hamstring) – Midfield is weaker.

Youssef Chermiti (thigh) – one more missing forward.

Possible Boost:

Vitaliy Mykolenko may return after a calf injury.

Tactics:

Everton plays 4-2-3-1. Defence time lineup 5-2-2-1.

Everton Predicted Lineup

GK: Jordan Pickford

RB: Jake O’Brien (Central defence boost team energy).

CB: Jarrad Branthwaite

CB: James Tarkowski

LB: Vitaliy Mykolenko (attacking wingback)

CM: Idrissa Gueye (defensive role)

CM: James Garner (replaces Mangala)

CAM: Abdoulaye Doucouré (attacking midfield)

LW: Iliman Ndiaye (main playmaker)

RW: Jesper Lindstrøm (hybrid winger)

ST: Beto (strong striker)

Key Player: Jordan Pickford – Everton needs him to stop Liverpool’s attack.

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Liverpool Team News:

Recent Form: Liverpool leads the Premier League by six points. They want to recover from an FA Cup loss.

Key Injuries:

Joe Gomez (muscle injury) – Defense is weaker.

Curtis Jones (ankle, doubtful) – Midfield may lack depth.

Darwin Núñez (fatigue) – Will take a fitness test.

Possible Boost:

Trent Alexander-Arnold is back in training after a hamstring injury. He may play as a substitute.

Tactics:

High pressing and quick attacks in a 4-3-3 setup.

Liverpool Predicted Lineup

GK: Alisson Becker

RB: Conor Bradley (starts if Alexander-Arnold is not ready)

CB: Ibrahima Konaté

CB: Virgil van Dijk

LB: Andy Robertson

Centre Mid: Alexis Mac Allister (deep playmaker)

CM: Ryan Gravenberch (box-to-box role)

CM: Dominik Szoboszlai (attacking midfielder)

RW: Mohamed Salah (21 league goals)

LW: Luis Díaz (or Darwin Núñez)

ST: Cody Gakpo (connects midfield and attack)

Key Player: Mohamed Salah – Top scorer with 21 goals. His speed and finishing are dangerous.

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Match Analysis & Winning Chances

Everton’s Strengths

• Strong defense – Eight clean sheets this season.
• Counter-attacks – Ndiaye and Doucouré can trouble Liverpool’s defense.
• Everton chances home advantage to lead.

Liverpool’s Strengths

* Dangerous attack – Salah, Díaz, and Gakpo create many chances.
Midfield control – Mac Allister, Szoboszlai, and Gravenberch keep the ball well.

High pressing – Forces mistakes and quick chances.

Win & Draw Possibilities

• Liverpool Win (60%) – Stronger team, better form.
• Draw (25%) – Everton’s defense could hold.
• Everton Win (15%) – Quick counter-attacks could cause an upset.

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Final Thoughts

Liverpool is chasing the Premier League title. Everton is fighting to stay safe from relegation. Pickford vs. Salah could be the key battle