Tottenham host Liverpool in Saturday’s late kick-off in the Premier League, with the hosts looking for an unlikely win against the champions to ease the pressure on under-fire boss Thomas Frank.
The Dane has overseen a turbulent opening few months of the season in north London – with the 3-0 loss to Nottingham Forest last week Spurs’ sixth in the league – but reports suggest his job is still safe.
And while a win over Liverpool this weekend would certainly buy Frank more time, the Reds arrive in the capital in improved form, with Arne Slot’s side having won their last two matches, including against Brighton last time out.
Slot seems to have steadied the ship somewhat at Anfield, even though the Mohamed Salah saga still hangs over the club, but a loss to a struggling Spurs could see the pressure piled back on the Dutchman this evening.
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- Tottenham host Liverpool in the Premier League, with kick-off at 5.30pm | Live on Sky Sports
- Tottenham began weekend in 11th after 3-0 defeat at Forest
- Liverpool started the day in seventh after beating Brighton
- Team news: Reds wait on Szoboszlai fitness
Florian Wirtz backed to come good for Liverpool after bulking up in gym
15:45 , Richard JollyArne Slot has told Florian Wirtz to take heart from the Premier League greats who made a slow start to life in England.
The Liverpool head coach admitted his £100m buy would rather have begun with a flurry of goals and assists, whereas, after 21 games, Wirtz is still yet to open his account for his new club.
But a host of imports have taken time to adjust to the division, with players such as Thierry Henry, Dennis Bergkamp, Eden Hazard, David Silva and Cristiano Ronaldo all displaying their finest form after getting used to the demands of English football.
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Florian Wirtz backed to come good for Liverpool after bulking up in gym
Thomas Frank on ending Tottenham's home season on a high
15:25 , Jamie BraidwoodTottenham have only won four Premier League matches at home in 2025 - suffering 10 defeats under both Thomas Frank and Ange Postecoglou - and the visit of champions Liverpool is another test.
"If you are not respectful of a team that won the Premier League and what kind of threat they pose, then I think you don't do well," Frank said.
"As far as I know, in the last four times we played them, we got a good 1-0 win and then I know the three other scores you can check them. We conceded a few goals in those games.
"We work very hard on our breakthrough phase. We work very hard on our positions and then also worked very hard on our defensive side of the game."
Mohamed Salah apologises to Liverpool team-mates for bombshell interview
15:05 , Richard JollyMohamed Salah has apologised to his Liverpool team-mates for his controversial interview at Elland Road when he said he had been thrown under the bus by the club.
Midfielder Curtis Jones revealed that Salah was remorseful towards his team-mates after creating a storm when he accused Liverpool of breaking promises to him, said he had no relationship with manager Arne Slot and brought his future at Anfield into doubt.
Salah was subsequently omitted from the squad that travelled to Italy to face Inter Milan, when they were already depleted by injuries, though not disciplined by Liverpool.
Mohamed Salah apologises to Liverpool team-mates for bombshell interview
Thomas Frank on turning Tottenham around
14:45 , Jamie BraidwoodThomas Frank is steadfast in his belief that he can fix Tottenham if given time and has no doubts about the buy-in of his current squad.
Asked if buy-in had been difficult, Frank replied: "No, I think it has been a good buy-in. You could say that from the beginning of the season we started quite well without being sensational.
"I thought we were very good in some games and good in other games. And then, like in every season, you have some setbacks and spells where it is maybe not going the right way.
“But I don't see anything that they are not with me or going in the same direction."
Liverpool wait on Dominik Szoboszlai fitness
14:35 , Jamie BraidwoodArne Slot revealed Dominik Szoboszlai could be available for Liverpool’s trip to Tottenham.
The versatile Szoboszlai, who has been Liverpool’s standout player in a troubled season for the champions, had played every minute in the Premier League this season until suffering a knock in the closing stages of last Saturday’s 2-0 win over Brighton at Anfield.
Liverpool had a rare free midweek, due to their early exit from the Carabao Cup, and Slot said that Szoboszlai returned to training on Thursday and could be in contention to feature at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Slot said on Friday: "It completely depends on how well he does today and then we speak to the player and the medical staff. If the player feels comfortable and does all the things he needs to do, then he will start. Dom would be a starter tomorrow if he's completely fit."
What is the Liverpool team news?
14:33 , Jamie BraidwoodLiverpool will be without Mohamed Salah, as well as Cody Gakpo, Joe Gomez and Jeremie Frimpong. Conor Bradley returns from suspension but Dominik Szoboszlai is a doubt.
Possible line-up
Liverpool XI: Alisson; Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Jones; Wirtz; Isak, Ekitike
What is the Tottenham team news?
14:32 , Jamie BraidwoodPape Sarr has gone to the Africa Cup of Nations while Thomas Frank continues to deal with a lengthy injury list that includes James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski.
Possible line-up
Tottenham XI: Vicario; Porro, Van de Ven, Romero, Spence; Bentancur, Gray, Simons; Kudus, Richarlison, Odobert
Is Tottenham v Liverpool on TV? Channel, kick-off time and how to watch Premier League fixture
14:31 , Jamie BraidwoodThe match kicks off at 5:30pm on Saturday 20 December at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
How can I watch it?
It will be shown live on Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League, with coverage starting from 5pm.
Is Tottenham v Liverpool on TV? How to watch Premier League fixture
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14:30 , Jamie BraidwoodLiverpool face a test of their recent resurgence as they visit a Tottenham side desperate for a result in the Premier League to ease the pressure on Thomas Frank.
Spurs were beaten 3-0 by Nottingham Forest last weekend, in what was a potentially damaging blow after back-to-back wins over Brentford and Slavia Prague.
Liverpool defeated Brighton 2-0 last Saturday in Mohamed Salah’s last game before departing for the Africa Cup of Nations, with Arne Slot’s side showing signs of steadying the ship.
After a dismal run of results, Liverpool have won back-to-back games and are unbeaten in five matches - while Hugo Ekitike has come into form with four goals in his last two league appearances.
