Liverpool vs Leeds TV channel, live stream and unusual kick-off time

All Liverpool and Leeds fans need to know about how to watch their Premier League match on Wednesday

Everything you need to know about Liverpool’s Premier League clash with Leeds

1. Fixture Details: Liverpool are set to welcome Leeds to Anfield for their first Premier League fixture of the new year on Thursday (New Year’s Day). The fixture has a late afternoon kick-off scheduled for 5.30pm.
2. UK TV Information: Fans in the UK can catch the action live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. Pre-match coverage usually starts an hour before kick-off, offering detailed analysis and team news.
3. Streaming Options: For those who prefer online viewing, the match will be available on the Sky Go app for existing Sky subscribers. Alternatively, fans can stream the game by purchasing a daily or monthly sports pass through NOW TV.
4. Last Encounter: The two sides played out a thrilling 3-3 draw at Elland Road a little less than a month ago on 6 December. In that match, Leeds snatched a point thanks to Ao Tanaka’s last-gasp equaliser in the 96th minute after Liverpool had twice been in the lead.
5. Liverpool Team News: Liverpool will be without forward Mohamed Salah, who is currently on international duty at the Africa Cup of Nations. The squad is also grappling with several injuries, with Alexander Isak, Joe Gomez and Giovanni Leoni all confirmed to be out, while Florian Wirtz’s participation is uncertain.
6. Leeds Team News: The away side will be missing key defender Joe Rodon due to an ankle injury, but they boast an in-form Dominic Calvert-Lewin. The forward has netted in six consecutive league games leading up to the Anfield trip.
7. League Standings: Liverpool come into the game in fourth position, aiming to keep their momentum in the chase for a Champions League berth. On the other hand, Leeds are currently 16th after recently clinching a hard-fought 1-1 draw at Sunderland.
8. Match Significance: Manager Arne Slot is targeting a home win to stay in touch with the league frontrunners during the challenging winter fixture list. For Leeds, getting a result at Anfield could provide a crucial lift in their bid to distance themselves from the drop zone.
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