Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino face off at Anfield on Sunday as Liverpool and Tottenham go head to head in a huge Premier League clash on Merseyside.
Liverpool's perfect League record ended last weekend as the Reds drew 1-1 against Manchester United at Old Trafford, though Adam Lallana's late goal made the result feel more like a win as the Klopp's men lead the table by three points - and with a game in hand over Manchester City.
In contrast, Spurs sit 13 points behind Liverpool after just nine games, with a 7-2 home humiliation against Bayern Munich not exactly helping matters either.
Pochettino's position at the club has been called into question, though the coach insists his players are united behind him - and they have the perfect chance to prove it at Anfield.
There is also the added incentive for Spurs to gain revenge for their Champions League final heartbreak, and to prove that night in Madrid was not the peak of this current squad's powers.
Premier League preview
Liverpool vs Tottenham
Premier League 2019/20
Venue: Anfield
Kick-off time: 4.30pm, Sunday October 27
Team news and injuries
Liverpool
Trent Alexander-Arnold is ready to return to the Liverpool squad for Sunday’s meeting with Tottenham.
But the Reds must wait and see on Joel Matip as he continues to recover from a recurrence of a knee problem sustained prior to the international break.
Alexander-Arnold was forced out of the midweek Champions League trip to Genk due to illness, with James Milner starting at right-back in his absence.
However, when asked about the young Scouser, Jurgen Klopp said: “Trent is fine. Or looked fine, if there is no setback.
Klopp took the unusual step of substituting Andy Robertson during Wednesday’s game, but insisted that was not down to any form of injury.
Possible LiverpoolXI: Alisson; Alexander-Arnold, Lovren, Van Dijk, Robertson; Fabinho, Wijnaldum, Henderson; Salah, Firmino, Mane.
Tottenham
With goalkeeper Hugo Lloris Tottenham’s only absentee, there is a strong case for Mauricio Pochettino to stick with the same XI that beat Red Star Belgrade 5-0 in an encouragingly vibrant display.
The manager may though be tempted to introduce Harry Winks to increase his side’s control in midfield but Danny Rose, Toby Alderweireld and Eriksen - Tottenham’s dead men walking - do not deserve to return to the XI on merit.
Right-back, as ever, remains a problem position but Pochettino is determined to give Serge Aurier a run in the team, even now Juan Foyth can provide the Ivorian with competition.
Dele Alli played twice in four days this week and Pochettino may decide to be cautious with the 23-year-old, which would open the door for Winks, Eriksen or Lucas Moura, who scored at Anfield last season.
Possible Tottenham XI: Gazzaniga; Aurier, Sanchez, Vertonghen, Davies; Sissoko, Ndombele; Lamela, Alli, Son; Kane.
Tickets
For Liverpool ticket information, click here to head to the club's website. General tickets are sold out, but hospitality packages are still available.
For Tottenham ticket information, click here to head to the club's website.
Head to Head record (H2H)
Liverpool dominate this fixture with 83 wins to Tottenham's 48, and 42 draws.
The Reds have won the last three meetings, including last season's Champions League final as Liverpool ran out 2-0 winners in Madrid.
Betting tips and odds
Match odds
- Liverpool at 1/2
- Draw at 16/2
- Tottenham at 11/2
Correct score
| Scoreline | Liverpool win | Tottenham win | Draw |
| 1-0 | 8/1 | 17/1 | 0-0 (14/1) |
| 2-0 | 15/2 | 33/1 | 1-1 (15/2) |
| 2-1 | 13/2 | 14/1 | 2-2 (12/1) |
| 3-0 | 10/1 | 80/1 |
Odds provided by Betfair. Click here to place a bet. Odds correct as of 5:30pm BST on Saturday, October 26.
Prediction: Liverpool 2-2 Tottenham
The hosts are favourites given their domestic dominance so far this season, while Spurs are in the doldrums and already 12 points off the pace - but look a little closer, and this match should be tighter than you think.
Spurs are on the up after an ego-boosting win over Red Star, while Liverpool are in cruise control but yet to hit their top form. If Klopp's side turn in another performance like the one at Old Trafford, Spurs could sneak a result.
Live stream details and TV channel information
The match will be shown live on Sky Sports' Premier League and Main Event channels, and is available via Now TV with a day pass on offer for £8.99.
Sky Sports subscribers can stream the match online via SkyGo and the SkyGo app.
You can also follow the match LIVE in Standard Sport's match blog with David Lynch and Dan Kilpatrick at Anfield.
