Overview
- The Premier League match is scheduled for Thursday, 1 January 2026 at 5:30pm at Anfield and is set to be shown on Sky Sports Main Event in the UK.
- Liverpool enter on a four-match winning run in all competitions, while Leeds arrive unbeaten in five league games after recent draws and a 4-1 win over Crystal Palace.
- Team news points to Alexander Isak remaining out with a fractured leg as Hugo Ekitike leads the line, with Dominik Szoboszlai back from suspension and Mohamed Salah away at Afcon.
- Sky Bet lists Liverpool at 1-2, with Leeds 19-4 and the draw 10-3 at the time of publishing, and betting tips highlight a high-scoring outlook after the recent 3-3 meeting, including ‘Liverpool to win, both teams to score’ at 2/1 (Ladbrokes) and Ekitike to score anytime at 10/11 (Bet365).
- Pre-match promotions reported include Sky Bet’s 50/1 offer for a goal in the game for new customers and Betfred’s £50 in free bets sign-up deal, with eligibility requirements, T&Cs and responsible-gambling guidance emphasized.