This Tottenham v Liverpool clash not only rounds off the weekend and Christmas week, but also spreads the warm festive spirit to every fan. I would also like to wish all readers a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!
Looking back at last season, Tottenham's Premier League battle at home to Liverpool was a high point, with both sides suffering red card penalties and Tottenham experiencing extra-time thrills. Given the intense rivalry between the two teams, this matchup will undoubtedly reignite the passion.
Pudsey High Road are keen to solidify Tottenham's inconsistency in the new year. The team's victory against Southampton temporarily eased the doubts surrounding them, but a run of just one point from their first three league games remains a concern.
After scoring back-to-back goals against Southampton to temporarily move up to second in the league, Tottenham's failure to effectively capitalize on their lead seems to have become a major problem for the North London side.
James Maddison has been the team's leading scorer after two excellent performances against Southampton. Although he was only a substitute in the previous game against Chelsea, he proved his worth with an excellent performance. His impact on Liverpool this campaign has been crucial, as he has contributed six goals for the Reds in his career, a rare feat for a midfielder.
And things don't seem to be looking good for Liverpool in their last two league games. But jokes aside, it also means Chelsea have a chance to close in on them at the top of the league table.
Schlow may be disappointed that his team has lost points, but what frustrates him even more is the team's goal conceding problem. Liverpool currently have the fewest goals conceded in the Premier League with 13, but seven of those goals have come in the last four games, which certainly rings alarm bells for the defense.
However, scoring goals has not been a problem for the Reds, with Mohamed Sana winning six of his last seven league games, and he also enjoys playing against Tottenham, contributing 14 goals in 20 games.
Tottenham have failed to win any of their last three home league games and more worryingly, they have won just one of their last 14 games against the Reds, losing 10. Despite Liverpool being unbeaten in the league this season, all signs point to a win for the Reds. However, I'm choosing not to believe these historical figures and I think Christmas will end with a point for each side.
