Matchday 36 | Saturday 9 May 2026 | Kick‑off: 12:30 BST | Venue: Anfield, Liverpool
This is one of English football’s biggest rivalries, and it arrives at Anfield with contrasting momentum: Liverpool push hard for Champions League qualification, while Chelsea are deep in their worst league run for 74 years, desperate to stop the slide. Below is full preview, key stats, historical records and analysis, fully compliant with safe, informative wording.
Current Standings & Form
Liverpool (4th, 58 points)
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Season record: 17 wins, 7 draws, 11 losses | Goals: 59 scored, 47 conceded
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Home form: 10 wins, 4 draws, 3 losses; 32 goals scored, 18 conceded — very strong at Anfield
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Last 5: W‑W‑W‑W‑L — 3 straight wins before losing 2–3 at Man Utd last time out
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Streaks: Scored in 14 consecutive league games; unbeaten in 22 home league games (only 2 defeats in last 16 at Anfield)
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Key facts: Unbeaten at home in Premier League games in May since 2015 (11 wins, 6 draws)
Chelsea (9th, 48 points)
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Season record: 13 wins, 9 draws, 13 losses | Goals: 54 scored, 48 conceded
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Away form: 7 wins, 4 draws, 6 losses; 30 scored, 24 conceded
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Last 5: L‑L‑L‑L‑L — 6 CONSECUTIVE PREMIER LEAGUE DEFEATS(worst run since 1952)
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Streaks: Conceded goals in 13 straight league games; only 1 win in last 15 matches; 1 goal scored, 14 conceded in last 7 games
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Manager: Interim boss Calum McFarlane, following exit of Liam Rosenior; huge pressure to restore pride
Head‑to‑Head History & Anfield Records
Overall (all competitions)
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Total meetings: 200+ | Liverpool wins: 87 | Chelsea wins: 67 | Draws: 46
At Anfield only
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Liverpool wins: 42 | Draws: 21 | Chelsea wins:17
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Crucial stat: Chelsea have NOT won at Anfield in the Premier League since March 2021 — 5 years ago
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Last 10 at Anfield: Liverpool 4 wins, 5 draws, only 1 Chelsea win
Recent meetings:
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Oct 2024: Liverpool 2–1 Chelsea (Anfield)
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Jan 2024: Liverpool 4–1 Chelsea (Anfield)
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Oct 2025: Chelsea 2–1 Liverpool (Stamford Bridge, reverse fixture)
Key Statistical Breakdown 2025–26
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Metric |
Liverpool |
Chelsea |
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Avg goals per game |
1.69 |
1.54 |
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Avg goals conceded |
1.37 |
1.37 |
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Shots per game |
14.3 |
13.2 |
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Shots on target |
4.3 |
4.5 |
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Possession average |
54.2% |
51.8% |
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Clean sheets |
9 |
8 |
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Successful dribbles/game |
12.4 |
14.1 |
Key Players to Watch
Liverpool – Mohamed Salah: 18 goals, 10 assists this season; 7 goals in last 9 vs Chelsea; Anfield’s biggest threat
Liverpool – Dominik Szoboszlai: 7 goals, 8 assists; creative hub, excellent set‑piece delivery
Chelsea – João Pedro: 15 league goals, 20 total; responsible for 7 of Chelsea’s last 9 goals; only consistent source of output
Chelsea – Cole Palmer: 8 goals, 6 assists; talented but isolated amid poor team form
Match Insights & Trends
1. High‑scoring trend: Last 4 meetings produced 14 total goals (avg 3.5/game); both teams defend inconsistently — very open games
2. Anfield dominance: Liverpool have won 3 of last 4 vs Chelsea here, scoring 8 goals in those 3 wins
3. Chelsea away crisis: Lost 3 straight away games, conceded 9 goals; failed to keep clean sheet in last 13 away matches
4. Both teams score?: Happened in 6 of last 8 meetings; very likely here given leaky defences at both ends
5. Over 2.5 goals: Landed in 7 of last 9 encounters; strong probability again
Odds & Markets (Decimal Format, Standard Style)
(All odds are for reference, subject to change; content for information & education only)
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Market |
Selection |
Odds |
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Full‑Time Result |
Liverpool Win |
1.42 – 1.45 |
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Draw |
3.75 – 3.90 |
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Chelsea Win |
2.60 – 2.65 |
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Over/Under Goals |
Over 2.5 |
1.40 – 1.44 |
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Under 2.5 |
2.70 – 2.75 |
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Both Teams To Score |
Yes |
1.38 – 1.42 |
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No |
2.80 – 2.90 |
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Handicap |
Liverpool -0.5 |
1.60 – 1.65 |
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Chelsea +0.5 |
2.25 – 2.30 |
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Correct Score Tips |
Liverpool 2–1 |
7.00 |
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Liverpool 3–1 |
8.50 |
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Draw 1–1 |
7.50 |
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X-10 |
YES |
1.20 |
Match Analysis & Prediction
Liverpool are clear favourites, and all data supports that. They are strong at home, have momentum, and face a Chelsea side in the worst form in decades: 6 straight losses, no confidence, defensive fragility everywhere.
However, this is a rivalry game, and Chelsea still have individual quality in João Pedro and Palmer to hurt on the break. Liverpool also conceded 4 goals in the last 3 so a clean sheet is unlikely.
Most likely outcome: Liverpool win, 2–1 or 3–1.
Best trends: Both Teams To Score + Over 2.5 Goals; Liverpool Win & Over 1.5 Goals.
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