Liverpool Schedule Confirmed: Arne Slot's Side Faces Wolves Twice in 4 Days

Liverpool FC faces a grueling schedule under manager Arne Slot, set to play Wolverhampton Wanderers twice within four days, blending Premier League and FA Cup action.

The Reds' FA Cup fifth-round clash at Molineux Stadium is confirmed for Friday, March 6, 2026, with an 8pm GMT kick-off, broadcast live on TNT Sports in the UK. This follows Wolves' hard-fought 1-0 victory over Grimsby Town in the fourth round, courtesy of Santiago Bueno's second-half strike, while Liverpool advanced past Brighton & Hove Albion and Barnsley.[2][6]

Compounding the fixture congestion, Liverpool hosted Wolves in the Premier League as recently as December 27, 2025 (2-1 win), with another league meeting on February 16, 2025. The 70-hour turnaround from their prior commitment creates a punishing double-header against the same opponent, testing squad depth and rotation under Slot.[4][5]

Historical Context and Stakes

This marks the fourth FA Cup meeting between the sides in the past decade. Wolves progressed in 2017 and 2019, but Liverpool triumphed in their last encounter three years ago. Wolves, managed by Rob Edwards, will leverage home advantage at Molineux, aiming for a potential giant-killing with counter-attacking flair.[2][3]

Ticket details and exact kick-off confirmations are forthcoming from Wolves, with the tie part of the March 7 weekend slot. Key players like Liverpool's Dominik Szoboszlai (2 goals in recent cups) and Wolves' Santiago Bueno could shine.[2][3][4]

Challenges for Arne Slot

Slot's side must navigate fatigue from the tight schedule, balancing league aspirations with cup progression. Expect disciplined defending from Wolves, fueled by the Molineux roar, setting up a fiercely contested battle.[3][5]

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