They could lose the title to Liverpool This will therefore allow the Reds to put pressure on their title rivals and they will be favorites to do so against the Clarets. Vincent Kompany’s side won at Fulham last time out but have struggled all season and have had very poor results at home.
Take a closer look at how Liverpool’s line-up looks ahead of this clash.9 players could miss Burnley. The Reds’ injury list rose again after Arsenal, with Kostas Tsimikas believed to have broken his collarbone. Luis Diaz’s participation is also uncertain due to a knee problem. Elsewhere, Klopp is dealing with a number of individual players suffering long-term injuries. Diogo Jota, Alexis McAllister and Andy Robertson remain out, while Joel Matip is expected to miss the entire campaign. Liverpool are also awaiting the return of Thiago Alcantara and Stefan Bejetic in the new year. Neither midfielder has played a minute in the Premier League this season, with Ben Dock sidelined after surgery. Dolmannan: Alisson Becker, Kevin Kelleher, Adrian
Liverpool have the chance to return to the top of the Premier League on Boxing Day with a trip to Burnley tonight. After disappointing home draws against Manchester United and Arsenal in their last two games, the Reds will be hoping that the festive fixture at Anfield can provide another spark. Jurgen Klopp’s men are currently a point behind Arsenal and the Gunners will have to wait until Wednesday to play again. Defending champions Manchester City are also scheduled to play Everton on December 27.
