Spurs
- Spurs have won three and drawn one of their last five matches in all competitions.
- Spurs have scored at least once in each of their last three away fixtures.
- Spurs sit fourth in the table with around 23 points and know a victory could help secure a European qualification spot.
- Martin Ho’s team have developed a progressive, possession-based style with width and attacking invention.
- Bethany England has four goals in the WSL this season and provides the focal point to Ho’s attack.
- Cathinka Tandberg and Aina Gaupset have added depth and versatility in the wide areas.
Liverpool
- Liverpool have failed to win any of their last four WSL matches, drawing two and losing two.
- Liverpool are 12th and in the relegation zone, needing every point to avoid the drop.
- They suffered a heavy 9-1 defeat to Chelsea but picked up a 6-0 FA Cup win over London Bees last weekend.
- Gareth Taylor took over in August 2025 and has steadied the ship to an extent.
- Liverpool still concede too many goals and don’t score enough.
- They rely on compactness, high-pressing and pace in transition to force turnovers.
- Beata Olsson is their main attacking outlet and her fitness could disrupt Taylor’s plans.
Head-to-Head
Spurs have beaten Liverpool three of the last seven WSL meetings , losing two and drawing two.
Key Players
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Spurs:
- Olivia Holdt is in top form as a creative, pressing midfielder.
- Bethany England has been the focal point with four WSL goals.
- Cathinka Tandberg and Aina Gaupset offer width and high-tempo options.
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Liverpool:
- Marie-Thérèse Höbinger provides a creative spark.
- Beata Olsson is the main attacking outlet and may be a doubt for the game.
Betting Insights
- Both Teams to Score is popular at 1.67.
- Spurs are priced around 2.24 while Liverpool are about 2.95.
- There is value in the draw line, but the draw-no-bet option looks too close to back.
- Weather (cold, wet Merseyside conditions) could make scoring harder and push markets toward low-scoring outcomes.
Prediction
- A Tottenham win (likely 1-2 or 0-2) looks the most probable outcome based on form and league positions.
- The draw has value if Olsson is fit and Liverpool defend resolutely.
- A 1-1 draw is possible if the January weather makes conditions difficult for both sides.