Liverpool FC is set to host Ipswich Town in a Premier League match at Anfield on Saturday, January 25, 2025. Kickoff is at 16:00. Matchday 23 sees two teams in vastly different positions—Liverpool as league leaders, Ipswich at risk of relegation.
Liverpool, currently leading the league table in the Premier League, with Ipswich bottom of the table, would give Liverpool all reasons to win, especially as home games always bring optimism and an easier path to winning against struggling Ipswich.
Liverpool FC: Season of Glory
Sitting pretty atop the table on 50 points from 21 games, it has been the season of the masterclass consistency for Liverpool. With 15 wins, 5 draws, and just one loss, there is no shadow of doubt to their dominance. At Anfield, it has been different, with a record of 7 wins, 2 draws, and 1 defeat, an epitome of home-ground advantage.
The team’s attack and defense are also sensational, netting 50 goals and conceding only 20, giving them a +30 goal difference. A 2-0 win against Brentford seals their place at the top of the league.
Under Arend Martijn Slot, the club has maintained high-intensity, pressing football with seamless continuity.
Tactical brilliance built from what Jurgen Klopp had laid down keeps them firmly in the elite ranks of Europe.
Ipswich Town
Fighting for Survival Ipswich Town is fighting a desperate battle to avoid relegation with a ranking of 18th and only 16 points from 21 matches, having a record of 3 wins, 7 draws, and 11 defeats in their desperate struggle to adapt to Premier League football after promotion. A goal difference of -17, with only 20 scored and 37 conceded, shows their problems at both ends of the pitch.
Their away form suggests little encouragement and only 2 wins from the last 10 games. Following a demoralizing 6-0 home defeat to Manchester City, Ipswich will need some quick recovery magic for this testing trip to Anfield.
His task won’t be easy on the tactical adjustments he has been working on. Set up defensively it might be; that is possibly his best option to limit some damage and pinch a point out of the equation.
Head-to-Head History
Liverpool has been on top for recent games versus Ipswich with four of the last five victories. This latest encounter concluded in a convincing 2-0 win from Liverpool at the hands of Ipswich, building further on its superiority over its opponent.
Recent Form
Liverpool come into this match in good form, having recorded 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 defeat in their last five outings. Despite some dips, they have been very consistent and stayed at the top of the table.
Ipswich have had a small revival with 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last five games. However, the heavy defeat at the hands of Manchester City in their last game will have an impact on their morale as they head into this challenge.
Prediction
Liverpool are strong favourites to win this match with quality, form, and home advantage. Ipswich should give them a run for their money, though the quality is way apart. Liverpool’s potent attack will tear apart Ipswich Town’s defense while their back line should handle Ipswich Town’s struggling offense comfortably.
Prediction: Liverpool 3-0 Ipswich Town