Liverpool defender Daniel Agger summed up the feelings of the struggling Merseyside club on Tuesday:
"It goes without saying that we are extremely disappointed and we know that it simply isn't good enough for this club," said centre-back. Several players have repeated this sentiment but the 2-0 loss at Fratton Park last weekend has further tested the fans' patience. Although
Rafa Benitez has brought Liverpool plenty of silverware over the years, many pundits are questioning just how long he will hold his job considering the Red's performance this season. His main criticism is the transfer of striker Robbie Keane and midfielder Xabi Alonso without any comparable replacements. As a result, Liverpool have only managed to win 4 matches in the last 17 and their loss to
Portsmouth would tally the 7th this season. Confidence is at an all time low but the players will be motivated to finish the year with a victory.
Wolves came into the Premier League this season with a disappointing start, winning just 2 matches in their first 14. Their luck began to change in December where they won 3 of their last 4 games and beat Tottenham, Bolton and Burnley. The only loss came against Manchester United but Mick McCarthy had rested most of his starters after a tough match against
Tottenham Hotspur. Record signing Kevin Doyle has paid off so far with 5 goals scored in 14 matches; an impressive feat at a newly promoted club. Wolves currently sit at 12th in the table and threaten to break into the top half if they manage to upset struggling Liverpool at Anfield.
Rafa Benitez is seriously testing the fans' patience in
Liverpool and will need to get a convincing win to appease those in the Kop. With odds at 1.30, the Reds are heavy favorites to take 3 points from this match, but the uninspired performance of the players recently could make it a marginal victory.
Wolves have been playing well lately and McCarthy will try to get at least a point from the struggling giants.
Liverpool F.C. vs Wolverhampton Wanderers
Saturday December 26, 2009
Kickoff: 18:30 CET
Venue: Anfield Stadium (Liverpool)
Tip: Wolverhampton +1.5
Best Odds: 2.04 @ Bet365
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