Leicester vs Liverpool: how to watch for FREE, live stream and TV details, team news and predicted line-ups

All the key information needed ahead of kick-off.
By Will Rooney
Published 27th Dec 2021, 14:07 BST
Updated 27th Dec 2021, 16:43 BST
Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino in action against Leicester. Picture: Naomi Baker/Getty ImagesLiverpool striker Roberto Firmino in action against Leicester. Picture: Naomi Baker/Getty Images
Liverpool striker Roberto Firmino in action against Leicester. Picture: Naomi Baker/Getty Images

Liverpool are back in action when they travel to Leicester City in the Premier League on Tuesday.

The Reds' Boxing Day fixture against Leeds at Anfield was postponed because of positive Covid cases in the visitors' camp.

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Before that, it was Leicester who Jurgen Klopp's side defeated on penalties following a 3-3 draw in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.

The Foxes will be out for revenge and looking for three points after losing 6-3 to Manchester City on Boxing Day.

What’s the Leicester team news?

The Foxes have several problems when it comes to injuries.

Ricardo Pereira has broken his leg, which stemmed for a rash challenge for Tyler Morton in the Carabao Cup clash. He’s out for up to eight weeks.

Meanwhile, Patson Daka and Caglar Soyuncu are both sidelined for three weeks.

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Ryan Bertrand twisted his knee warming up ahead of the City clash and is a doubt.

Jonny Evans, Harvey Barnes, James Justin, Wesley Fofana and ex-Liverpool keeper Danny Ward are all unavailable.

Former Liverpool keeper Danny Ward is injured for Leicester. Picture: Shaun Botterill/Getty ImagesFormer Liverpool keeper Danny Ward is injured for Leicester. Picture: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images
Former Liverpool keeper Danny Ward is injured for Leicester. Picture: Shaun Botterill/Getty Images

What's the Liverpool team news?

The Reds will welcome back four players who've had to isolate after contracting coronavirus.

Virgil van Dijk, Fabinho and Curtis Jones missed Liverpool's past three games but are nowin training.

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Thiago Alcantara had also been isolating after testing positive for Covid, although he's again available.

Nat Phillips (cheekbone) remains out while Harvey Elliott is edging towards a return after dislocating his ankle in September.

Divock Origi is also a doubt after missing the previous four games.

Andy Robertson serves the second of a two-match suspension.

Andy Robertson was sent off in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham. Picture: JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty ImagesAndy Robertson was sent off in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham. Picture: JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images
Andy Robertson was sent off in Liverpool’s 2-2 draw with Tottenham. Picture: JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images

Predicted line-ups

Leicester: Schmeichel, Albrighton, Vestergaard, Thomas, Amartey, Ndidi, Tielemans, Maddison, Perez, Iheanacho, Vardy.

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Liverpool: Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Konate, van Dijk, Tsimikas, Fabinho, Henderson, Keita, Salah, Jota, Mane.

Is the match on TV?

No. Neither Sky Sports or BT Sports are broadcasting the game.

Can I stream it?

Yes. Amazon Prime Video hold the rights for the fixture and are showing all 10 midweek matches.

Can I stream it for free?

You can. Those who don't already subscribe can watch the match free of charge if they sign up for a 30-day trial.

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It can be cancelled at any time. Amazon Prime costs £7.99 per month to subscribe.

How can I watch highlights?

Match of the Day will show extended highlights on BBC One at 22.35.

For all the post-match analysis and reaction, follow our coverage on LiverpoolWorld.

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