By Cole Gallagher / October 19, 2026
Premier League · Matchweek 13 · Dec 2, 2026 · Anfield, Liverpool · 3:00 PM ET / 8:00 PM GMT
⚽ Liverpool vs Sunderland ⚽
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Liverpool host Sunderland at Anfield in a midweek fixture where the home side will be strong favourites. Anfield under the lights remains one of the game’s most intimidating settings. Here is our full breakdown, part of our ongoing coverage of the best sportsbooks for backing every Premier League fixture this season.
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Team Analysis
Liverpool
Liverpool are one of the division’s premier sides, combining relentless pressing with quality throughout their squad. At Anfield they tend to start quickly and use the crowd to build early momentum against visitors. Their attacking variety makes them difficult to contain when they find their rhythm. The main challenge against a deep-lying opponent is patience, as packed defences can be hard to break down early. Their strength in depth should help them maintain intensity across a busy midweek schedule.
Key Storyline: Liverpool will aim to blow Sunderland away early and let the Anfield atmosphere do the rest.
Sunderland
Sunderland are the clear underdog here and will likely set up to defend deep and limit space. On the road against a top side they tend to prioritise organisation, hoping to stay in the game and strike on rare counters. Their best hope is to frustrate the hosts and keep the scoreline manageable for as long as possible. Holding that shape at a ground like Anfield is a severe test of concentration. If they can take an early chance or weather the opening spell, belief may grow.
Key Storyline: Sunderland will dig in, defend deep and hope to frustrate the favourites for as long as possible.
Key Betting Angles
Liverpool’s home dominance makes a clean sheet for the hosts a reasonable consideration. Totals may lean higher if Liverpool break Sunderland down, but a disciplined away display could keep it lower for a time. Both teams to score is less appealing given the gap in quality and Sunderland’s defensive focus. The draw is a long shot but not impossible if the visitors dig in. Midweek rotation is common even among the leading clubs, which can occasionally narrow the gap. Backing the hosts while watching the goals markets feels sensible.
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Our Prediction
Cole’s Pick: Liverpool to win
Liverpool’s quality, home advantage and pressing intensity make them heavy favourites against a defensive Sunderland. The visitors may frustrate them for spells, but the hosts should have the tools to break them down eventually. With the Anfield crowd behind them, Liverpool are well placed to control the contest. The gulf in resources points firmly to a home win.
Confidence: high, strong favourites at a fortress ground
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Cole Gallagher covers soccer betting for WorldCupBetting.ca, specialising in match predictions, odds analysis and tournament futures. Based in Toronto, he has followed the Canadian men’s national team since their 2022 qualifying campaign and brings a line-shopping, data-first approach to every pick.