Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Match Update

Match Context

Liverpool host Crystal Palace at Anfield on 25 April 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 34. Liverpool come in sitting 5th on 55 points with a goal difference of 11, while Crystal Palace are 13th on 43 points and a goal difference of -1.

Liverpool Availability

Liverpool face a lengthy absentee list. S. Bajcetic (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined. C. Bradley (Knee Injury) is sidelined. H. Ekitike (Achilles Tendon Injury) is sidelined, a major blow given his 11 league goals and 4 assists. W. Endo (Foot Injury) is sidelined. J. Gomez (Injury) is sidelined. G. Leoni (Knee Injury) is sidelined. G. Mamardashvili (Injury) is doubtful. Key creators Mohamed Salah (7 goals, 6 assists) and C. Gakpo (6 goals, 5 assists) are available.

Crystal Palace Availability

Crystal Palace also have concerns. C. Doucoure (Knee Injury) is sidelined. E. Guessand (Injury) is sidelined. E. Nketiah (Thigh Injury) is sidelined. A. Wharton (Injury) is doubtful. Top scorer J. Mateta (10 goals) is available to lead the line.

Impact Summary

Liverpool lose significant attacking output through the absence of H. Ekitike but retain major creative threats in Mohamed Salah and C. Gakpo. Crystal Palace’s forward depth is reduced without E. Nketiah and E. Guessand, placing even greater emphasis on J. Mateta’s goal contribution.