Liverpool's next five Premier League fixtures compared to Man United and Chelsea
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Liverpool's Next Five Premier League Fixtures Compared to Man United and Chelsea
Liverpool, currently sitting 6th in the Premier League, have a crucial run of five games ahead that could define their title aspirations following a dramatic recent victory. The Reds face West Ham United at home on February 28, followed by a tough away trip to Wolverhampton Wanderers on March 3. They then host Tottenham Hotspur on March 15, travel to Brighton & Hove Albion on March 21, and welcome Fulham on April 11.[1][3][4]
In comparison, Manchester United kick off their sequence with an away clash at Everton on February 23, then host Crystal Palace on March 1. Newcastle United away follows on March 4, with Aston Villa at home on March 15, and a trip to Bournemouth on March 20. Under Rúben Amorim, United have struggled, notably losing to Everton earlier this season, but could benefit from a rested squad post-FA Cup exit.[3]
Chelsea start against Arsenal away on March 1, then host Aston Villa on March 4, Newcastle at home on March 14, Everton away on March 21, and Manchester City at home on April 11. This gauntlet includes high-stakes matches that could impact the title race, with Everton potentially playing spoiler.[3]
| Liverpool | Man United | Chelsea |
|---|---|---|
| West Ham (H) – Feb 28 | Everton (A) – Feb 23 | Arsenal (A) – Mar 1 |
| Wolves (A) – Mar 3 | Crystal Palace (H) – Mar 1 | Aston Villa (A) – Mar 4 |
| Tottenham (H) – Mar 15 | Newcastle (A) – Mar 4 | Newcastle (H) – Mar 14 |
| Brighton (A) – Mar 21 | Aston Villa (H) – Mar 15 | Everton (A) – Mar 21 |
| Fulham (H) – Apr 11 | Bournemouth (A) – Mar 20 | Man City (H) – Apr 11 |
The article highlights Liverpool's opportunity to capitalize on momentum against mid-table sides like West Ham and Fulham, while navigating tricky venues at Wolves and Brighton. United face resurgent Everton and Newcastle, and Chelsea endure a brutal schedule with Arsenal, Villa, and City. Fixtures remain subject to change for TV and cups, but this stretch could reshape the top-four battle.[2][3][7]
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