Liverpool and Leeds United meet again on New Year’s Day at Anfield, just weeks after their wild 3-3 draw at Elland Road. Liverpool comes in on a 4 game winning run, while Leeds arrives unbeaten in 5 and full of belief despite their struggles away from home.

Liverpool edged past Wolves 2-1 last time out, with goals from Ryan Gravenberch and Florian Wirtz sealing the win. That result made it 4 straight victories in all competitions and 3 in a row in the league. Arne Slot’s side looks settled again, even without Mohamed Salah, and confidence is slowly returning around Anfield.

The Reds also have history on their side. Liverpool have not lost a Premier League game on January 1 in 21 years and have won 5 of their last six New Year’s Day matches. Leeds may sit lower, but they are not arriving quietly. Daniel Farke’s side are unbeaten in 5 matches, even if their away form remains a concern. A 1-1 draw at Sunderland extended their winless run on the road, and they are still waiting for a clean sheet away from home this season.

Liverpool welcomes back Dominik Szoboszlai from suspension, though Gomez, Endo, and Salah remain unavailable. Wirtz continues to grow into his role, while Gravenberch’s recent form has added drive in midfield.

Leeds are likely to be without Joe Rodon after his ankle injury, with Daniel James and Sean Longstaff also sidelined.

🔹 Florian Wirtz – Growing influence in attack 

🔹 Ryan Gravenberch – Energy and goals from midfield 

🔹 Dominic Calvert-Lewin – Leeds’ main goal threat 

🔹 Ao Tanaka – Could be key if Rodon misses out 

Liverpool looks calm and confident again. Leeds arrives with belief but questions away from home. If Liverpool controls the game early, Anfield should swing their way. But Leeds have already shown they can make this fixture uncomfortable.