- Liverpool have won three of their last five games (L2).
- Chelsea have won just one of their last five fixtures (L4).
Slot’s Liverpool set for another big game
With the 2025-2026 Premier League season in its closing weeks, the head-to-head record in this fixture certainly has a bit more significance, especially considering Chelsea are going through a transition in their managerial ranks.
Both teams to score is priced at 1.42, which looks favorable considering how Chelsea have played in 2025-2026 and the manner of their recent defeats.
Liverpool vs Chelsea prediction highlights that Liverpool have been better, winning three of their last five (L2), and they beat Crystal Palace in a recent home game. The Anfield club have won ten, tied four and lost just three of their 17 Premier League home games to date, and have conceded 18 goals at Anfield.
Chelsea searching for their best form
Chelsea’s last win came in the FA Cup against Leeds United (1-0) and they suffered a 3-1 home defeat to Nottingham Forest in their most recent Premier League fixture.
Calum McFarlane’s men have struggled away from home this season, with seven wins, four ties and six defeats from 17 trips.
The Liverpool vs Chelsea preview shows that Chelsea have scored an impressive 30 goals in those 17 away fixtures, while Liverpool have conceded 18 in 17 at home, so both teams to score looks a good starting point.
Slot’s Reds are becoming a team to fear
Liverpool are fourth in the Premier League with 58 points from 35 games, 10 points and 5 places better than Chelsea (9th, 48 points).
Arne Slot’s side have been consistently good in the top tier, with their 17 home games seeing them pick up 34 points. This Liverpool vs Chelsea betting tips outlook suggests they’re the rightful favourites for this clash, and a Liverpool win at 1.93 looks a decent bet.
Hugo Ekitike has been a revelation this season, scoring 11 goals in 28 Premier League appearances, and should be the main goal threat for Liverpool. Joao Pedro has 15 in 33 for Chelsea.
The tactical battle
While Slot has maintained the high-intensity DNA at Liverpool, the Dutchman has also instilled some more structure in their play. The Liverpool vs Chelsea prediction also depends on how Chelsea are more possession-based with central overloads and inverted full-backs, but they’ve become more pragmatic in their recent style following managerial upheaval.
The battle on Saturday will be between Liverpool’s vertical transitions and selective pressing against Chelsea’s compact blocks and central congestion. Anfield has been a fortress for Liverpool in 2025-2026, and given Chelsea have failed to win their last two here, a home win looks the way to go.
Over 2.5 goals looks like a good bet at 1.42, considering both sides will look to attack and both have the ability to do so, while Liverpool’s solid home form means a Liverpool victory is our top pick.
