"Arne Slot's men have drawn three consecutive Premier League matches since the turn of the year, with stalemates against Leeds and Fulham feeling like missed opportunities. However, last weekend's goalless draw with Arsenal was a point gained, overshadowed by Gabriel Martinelli's controversial shove on an injured Conor Bradley. Liverpool sit fourth in the table, two points clear of Brentford, but Newcastle and Manchester United are breathing down their necks."
"Bradley's knee injury rules him out for the season, joining Giovanni Leoni, Alexander Isak, and Wataru Endo on the sidelines. Rio Ngumoha cramped up against Barnsley but was never in contention to start. Salah remains unavailable as Egypt contest the AFCON third-place playoff. Hugo Ekitike returned from injury with a goal and assist in the FA Cup and could lead the line, while Slot is expected to recall several big names after midweek rotation."
Liverpool return to Anfield aiming to end their winless start to 2026 when they host relegation-threatened Burnley. The reigning champions risk failing to win all three home games against newly-promoted sides after draws with Leeds and Sunderland. Arne Slot's side have drawn three straight Premier League matches since January, including a goalless draw with Arsenal that was overshadowed by Gabriel Martinelli's shove on Conor Bradley. Liverpool sit fourth, two points clear of Brentford, and extended an 11-match unbeaten run with an FA Cup win over Barnsley. Mohamed Salah's imminent return will bolster an attack averaging only 14.7 shots per game. Several key players are injured, while Hugo Ekitike returned with a goal and assist.
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