Liverpool will aim to secure a third consecutive Premier League victory for the first time since September when they host struggling Wolverhampton Wanderers at Anfield this Saturday, December 27. The match kicks off at the traditional time of 3pm UK time.
The 3pm TV Blackout Explained
Supporters based in the United Kingdom will not be able to watch the fixture live on television or via any official streaming service. This is due to the long-standing Saturday 3pm broadcasting blackout, a rule designed to protect matchday attendance across all levels of English football. The blackout prevents any live broadcast of matches scheduled between 2:45pm and 5:15pm on Saturdays.
For UK-based fans, the only live audio coverage will be available through radio commentary. Options include the Liverpool FC official app, LFCTV, and BBC Radio 5 Live. The match, however, will be broadcast live internationally. Viewers in the United States can watch on NBC Sports, in India on JioHotstar, and in Australia via Stan Sport.
How to Catch the Highlights
UK audiences will be able to see the action shortly after the final whistle. Short-form highlights will be released on Liverpool's official website and YouTube channel at 7pm on Saturday evening. A similar highlights package will be available on the Sky Sports Premier League YouTube channel.
Furthermore, BBC One's Match of the Day will show extended highlights during its 10:30pm broadcast, offering a comprehensive look at the day's Premier League action, including the key moments from Anfield.
Team News and League Standings
Liverpool come into the match with renewed confidence after back-to-back wins over Tottenham and Brighton, results that have eased pressure on head coach Arne Slot. Those victories leave the Reds sixth in the table with 29 points, after Manchester United moved above them with a Boxing Day win over Newcastle.
A victory for Liverpool would see them leapfrog into fourth place, although they could be displaced by Chelsea if the Blues beat Aston Villa later on Saturday. Even a draw would be enough for Liverpool to climb to fourth temporarily, given they are level on points with Manchester United and Chelsea.
Wolves arrive at Anfield in a dire situation, anchored to the bottom of the Premier League with just two points from their 17 matches. Their plight has been compounded by a run of ten consecutive league defeats. Regardless of the result at Anfield, Wolves will remain in 20th place, though a win could cut the gap to safety to 14 points.
The recent history between the two sides heavily favours Liverpool. The Reds have won each of the last five meetings and have claimed 13 victories from the last 15 clashes dating back to 2019. Their most recent encounter in February saw Liverpool win 2-1 at Anfield. Wolves' last success was a surprising 3-0 win in February 2023.
Liverpool will be without several key players. Mohamed Salah is away at the Africa Cup of Nations, Alexander Isak remains injured, and Dominik Szoboszlai is suspended after picking up his fifth yellow card. Wolves also have a lengthy absentee list, with Emmanuel Agbadou, Tawanda Chirewa, Daniel Bentley, and Marshall Munetsi all confirmed as missing, while several others are fitness doubts.
In a poignant pre-match moment, the sons of the late Diogo Jota, who played for both clubs, will act as mascots for Liverpool. The club will also pay tribute to the former footballer ahead of kick-off.
