Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool LIVE: Premier League result, final score and reaction
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Liverpool suffered a Molineux nightmare as Jurgen Klopp’s side were outclassed by Wolves.
Joel Matip’s own goal, Craig Dawson’s debut strike and Ruben Neves’ effort sealed a stunning 3-0 win for the hosts as the shambolic Reds continued to sink.
Liverpool are floundering in 10th after a third straight Premier League away defeat and - aside from a spell after the break - were embarrassed by fired-up Wolves.
Next up they welcome a reinvigorated Everton before a trip to Newcastle serves as a stark reminder of the change in fortunes at Anfield and St James’ Park.
With the Reds already out of title contention, only the most optimistic supporter would back them not to be knocked out of the Champions League by Real Madrid in March.
There is a direction to Wolves which is missing at Liverpool. Julen Lopetegui has been backed with six new recruits in January and it is hard to ignore the sense Molineux is steeled for the survival fight.
They had been plunged back into the relegation zone by Everton’s early win over Arsenal but responded in style, ahead of potential season-defining games with Southampton and Bournemouth.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool
Wolves have the first shot of the game. Alisson beats away Cunha's powerful drive from outside the box.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool
Wolves are now in the relegation zone after Everton's win over Arsenal earlier today. The home side will only move out of the bottom three with a win today.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool
Liverpool get this Premier League clash under way. Keita has the first touch.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool
After winning three home league games in a row against Liverpool between February 1980 and August 1981, Wolves are winless in their last nine against the Reds at Molineux, with three draws being followed by six straight defeats.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool
As for Liverpool, Klopp makes two alterations to the team that lost to Brighton in the FA Cup. Out through injury, Konate is replaced by Matip at centre-back. The other switch comes on the left wing, with Elliott dropping to the bench after scoring against the Seagulls. As a result, Nunez starts.
Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool
Wolves make four changes to the team that lost to Manchester City in their previous match. At centre-back, Dawson makes his debut with the former West Ham man replacing Collins. Ait-Nouri also starts at left-back, coming in for Bueno. In the attack, Sarabia is preferred ahead of Traore on the right wing, with Cunha leading the line instead of Jimenez who drops to the bench.
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