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Supercomputer predicts whether Liverpool will make amends in FA Cup clash vs Wolves

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Credit: Imago Supercomputer predicts whether Liverpool will make amends in FA Cup clash vs Wolves Wed 4 March 2026 10:00, UK Liverpool are being backed to beat Wolves in the FA Cup on Friday despite their damaging loss at Molineux in Premier League action in midweek.The Reds’ Tuesday night loss to Wolves was just their third defeat in the last 22 outings across all competitions, and Liverpool’s next match is coincidentally against the same opponents.Arne Slot’s side went behind in the 78th minute after substitute Rodrigo Gomes’ breakaway goal, but levelled soon after through Mo Salah.Andre then popped up at the death to send a deflected strike past Alisson and win the game for the bottom-placed side, with Liverpool now travelling to Molineux for FA Cup fifth round action on Friday.Liverpool beat Brighton 3-0 in the last round, and are being backed to make the quarter-finals with a revenge victory at Molineux.Credit: Imago ⚽ Liverpool Matchday ⚽ Team news, line-ups, expert previews, VAR verdicts, and tactical analysis for every Reds fixture. VISIT THE LIVERPOOL MATCH HUB MORE FOOTBALL INSIDER STORIES Opta backs Liverpool to beat Wolves with 63.4% likelihoodAs well as Brighton, the Reds have also dispatched of League One side Barnsley 4-1 in the FA Cup this season, as they look to lift silverware at the end of a tough campaign.Wolves battered Shrewsbury Town 6-1 on home turf in the third round, then saw off Grimsby in the fourth round with a 1-0 win to earn a tie against the Premier League champions.Despite their win in this fixture just a few days ago, the statistical gurus at Opta believe that Wolves’ cup journey will end for this season on Friday.Liverpool have been handed a 63.4 per cent chance of winning the tie, while a draw inside 90 minutes is given a possibility of 19.4 per cent.Wolves’ chances of winning it therefore stand at 17.1 per cent, but Rob Edwards’ side will no doubt be buoyed by their triumph on Tuesday heading into the match.How to watch Wolves vs LiverpoolThe game will kick off at 8pm from Molineux Stadium in Wolverhampton on Friday, 6 March.Fans of both clubs are set to turn up in numbers at the ground, as they did in midweek, but those who can not attend the match will also be able to watch on from home.The tie is set to begin the weekend’s cup action live on BBC One and iPlayer across the United Kingdom, with coverage due to start at 7:45.It will also be broadcast live in the UK by TNT Sports, with coverage beginning on TNT Sports 1 from 7pm.Tagline: Exclusive offer: For a limited time, try Proton VPN Plus for a month for only £1.00. 🔴 Don’t Miss a Beat: Your Liverpool Insider Access Get the full story from Anfield and the AXA Training Centre with our dedicated expert hubs: Updated 24/7 with expert analysis from the heart of Merseyside.