Liverpool vs Wolves Prediction: Arne Slot Aims for Victory at Anfield as a Gift for the End of 2025

Liverpool FC footballer Hugo Ekitike (front right) in action after scoring the second goal against Brighton & Hove Albion FC in an English Premier League match at Anfield Stadium, Liverpool, England, Saturday (13/12/2025) evening. PHOTO/Xinhua/nym.

JAKARTA - Liverpool is determined to close the 2025 calendar with a sweet result. Arne Slot's team is scheduled to host Wolverhampton Wanderers in a match titled Boxing Day at Anfield Stadium on Saturday night. This duel is the last match for The Reds this year and a crucial moment to improve their position in the English League standings.

Boxing Day tradition: A tribute to Arne Slot

For Arne Slot, the atmosphere of the match after Christmas in England has its own uniqueness. The Dutch coach feels honored to be able to lead his troops in front of the loyal supporters of Anfield for the last time in 2025.

"I know how special the tradition of football in England is at this time. It is an honor to play in front of my own supporters, celebrating together for the last time this year," Slot said via the club's official website, Friday (26/12).

Positive Trend: Six Matches Without Defeat

Liverpool is looking forward to the match against Wolves with high confidence. Mohamed Salah and his friends have not been defeated in the last six matches in all competitions.

However, Slot still gave a critical note for his squad. The narrow victory over Tottenham Hotspur in the previous week proved that there were still gaps that needed to be improved.

"We want to end the year with good results. There has been progress in recent weeks, but it is clear to us that there are still areas that need to be improved so that the team's performance is more consistent next year," he added.

English League Table: Chance to Reach the Top Four

Currently, Liverpool is stuck in fifth place in the English League standings with 29 points. The number of points is the same as Chelsea who are in fourth place.

The victory over Wolves is very vital for the Reds because: maintaining the competition, opening the opportunity to close the year in the Champions League zone (Top 4). Then it can be a Christmas gift, providing victory entertainment for fans who crowded Anfield. And it can be capital for 2026, building positive momentum before entering the second half of the season.