Liverpool vs Swansea preview: Jurgen Klopp's Reds hoping to build on impressive week
A look ahead to the Premier League encounter at Anfield
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Garry Monk: The Swansea manager’s position is reportedly in peril after a disappointing run of form from his team. Anfield may not be the best place to find a heartening result though, as a reinvigorated Liverpool are starting to find a winning formula under Jürgen Klopp.
Best stat…
8: André Ayew has eight goals and assists in 13 Premier League matches since joining the club this summer.
Remember when…
José Enrique finished off a brilliant flowing move to put Liverpool 3-0 up against Swansea in 2013. At the end of the game, the Reds had hit five without reply.
Player to watch…
Roberto Firmino: The attacking midfielder has played well in recent weeks, and exhibited his versatility, either playing in the No 10 role, or as a false No 9. He will relish the chance to extend his current run of form against a Swansea side lacking in confidence.
Past three meetings…
Swansea 0 Liverpool 1 (Henderson), Premier League, March 2015
Liverpool 4 (Moreno, Lallana 2, Shelvey og) Swansea 1 (Sigurðsson), Premier League, December 2014
Liverpool 2 (Balotelli, Lovren) Swansea 1 (Emnes), League Cup, October 2014
Form guide…
Liverpool: WWWLW(EL Result to come)
Swansea: DLWLLD
Vital information…
Kick-off: 4.15pm
TV: Highlights on BBC1, 22.30
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