Liverpool vs Burnley: Wirtz Shining as Dominant Liverpool Eye Second Against Burnley LIVE!

Premier League clash at Anfield on January 17, 2026, kicks off at 15:00 UTC, with Liverpool aiming to climb the table against struggling Burnley.[1][2][4]

Liverpool, sitting 4th in the 2025-26 Premier League standings with 10 wins, 5 draws, and 6 losses for 35 points, host bottom-of-the-table Burnley (3-4-14, 13 points) at Anfield. The Reds, featuring star midfielder Florian Wirtz (jersey #7), are pushing for a top-two finish after Aston Villa's strong run atop the table with 43 points.[1][5]

Liverpool Lineup (4-2-3-1)

• GK: Becker (1)
• DEF: Kerkez (6), van Dijk (4), Konaté (5), Frimpong (30)
• MID: Jones (17), Gravenberch (38)
• ATT: Gakpo (18), Wirtz (7), Szoboszlai (8), Ekitike (22)

Key threats include Wirtz's creativity, Ekitike's 8 goals in 18 matches, and van Dijk anchoring the backline. Sub options like Alisson and Robertson provide depth.[1][3][5]

Burnley Lineup (3-4-2-1)

• GK: Dubravka (1)
• DEF: Tuanzebe (6), Esteve (5), Humphreys (12)
• MID: Walker (2), Ugochukwu (8), Luis (16), Pires (23)
• ATT: Edwards (10), Anthony (11), Broja (27)

Burnley rely on Jayden Anthony's early shot attempts and substitutes like Federico Chiesa, but face a -19 goal difference and relegation battle.[3]

The match is live on Sky Sports, with early action seeing a 4th-minute corner for Gakpo and Burnley's 5th-minute shot by Anthony. No goals yet (0-0), but Liverpool dominate possession per real-time stats. Attack Momentum favors the hosts, with community votes predicting a Reds win. Standings show tight mid-table races, but Liverpool eye points to close on leaders.[2][3][4]

Highlights include detailed stats on shots, duels, and big chances. Follow play-by-play for updates as Wirtz dazzles in pursuit of victory.[2][3]

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