Southampton vs Liverpool: Premier League Clash Sees Reds Aiming to Extend Lead

Sunday, November 24, 2024, marks a crucial Premier League encounter as Southampton hosts Liverpool at St Mary’s Stadium. The match, scheduled for a 2pm GMT kick-off, pits two teams at opposite ends of the table against each other. Liverpool, under the management of Arne Slot, are flying high, having won 12 of their last 13 matches across all competitions and holding a five-point lead over Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table.

Southampton, on the other hand, are struggling to avoid relegation, sitting at the bottom of the table with just one win and four points from 11 games. The Saints have had a tough run, losing three of their five home games and conceding 21 goals in the process. Their recent 2-0 defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers has further compounded their woes.

The injury list for Southampton is a significant concern, with key players like Aaron Ramsdale (finger) and Jan Bednarek (knee) ruled out. Additionally, Gavin Bazunu (Achilles), Ross Stewart (hamstring), and Will Smallbone (hamstring) are also sidelined. However, Ryan Fraser and Flynn Downes are expected to return after missing the previous game.

Liverpool, despite some injuries, remain strong. Virgil van Dijk has returned to full fitness after a minor knock during international duty, but Trent Alexander-Arnold (hamstring), Alisson (hamstring), Diogo Jota (abdominal), Federico Chiesa (match fitness), and Harvey Elliott (foot) are still out. Elliott and Alisson are back in training but are not yet ready for match action.

The predicted lineups see Alex McCarthy in goal for Southampton, with a defensive lineup that includes Walker-Peters, Sugawara, Harwood-Bellis, Stephens, and Manning. For Liverpool, Caoimhin Kelleher is expected to start in goal, with a backline featuring Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, and Robertson. The attacking trio for Liverpool is likely to include Mohamed Salah, Curtis Jones, and Luis Diaz, supported by Nunez up front.

The odds heavily favor Liverpool, with predictions suggesting a comfortable win for the Reds. Given Liverpool’s form and Southampton’s defensive vulnerabilities, it is anticipated that Liverpool will extend their lead at the top of the Premier League table.

The match will be broadcast live on USA Network in the U.S., with streaming options available on Fubo, nbcsports.com, and the NBC Sports App. In the UK, the game will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, and Sky Sports Ultra HDR, with live streaming available via the Sky Go app.