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Friday 29 November 2019 17:12, UK
Team news, key stats and prediction ahead of Liverpool vs Brighton in the Premier League.
Liverpool midfielder Fabinho will be out for more than a month after suffering ankle ligament damage during this week's Champions League clash with Napoli, meaning he will play no part in their congested run of 10 games between now and the end of December.
Fellow midfielder Naby Keita has recovered from illness but centre-back Joel Matip faces another scan on a knee problem which has kept him out since October 20.
Brighton manager Graham Potter will be boosted by the return of two key players, with Lewis Dunk available after missing the 2-0 defeat to Leicester last weekend due to suspension. Talented young forward Aaron Connolly should feature too after recovering from a groin injury.
However, the Seagulls are set to be without Solly March and although Bernardo featured for the U23s on Wednesday, he is still lacking match-fitness.
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Looking at the fixture congestion, I keep picking an awkwardness and struggle for Liverpool. Crystal Palace was a struggle for them and they got lucky, which they have done on a few occasions. They look at this and it is about getting the job done.
Mohamed Salah has had a rest and will turn up here. We may see one of the other three get a little rest. People may find it strange, but Liverpool want to win the Club World Cup. Would they rather have the Premier League? Of course. When it is there, the rare opportunities you get, you must go at it with high nature, especially a club with the history of Liverpool.
They will get the job done and they will do it convincingly. What type of Brighton team are we going to see or how do they approach this? Liverpool will get to 60 minutes and get another box ticked. The job will be done professionally and on to the next they go.
CHARLIE PREDICTS: 3-0 (13/2 with Sky Bet)
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