The schedule for the 17th round of the 2025/2026 England Premier League (EPL) season has a real treat in store for sports fans. Spectators can expect an uncompromising battle, where London’s Spurs will face off against the Reds from Merseyside. Analysts are already making a prediction, and fans are watching the odds.
| Date | December 20, 2025 |
| Start time | 17:30 UTC |
| Tournament | English Premier League (EPL) 2025/2026, Round 17 |
| Venue | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England |
| Stage | Regular Season |
This group match is hugely important in terms of the tournament, as both teams are aiming to secure a place in the European Cup zone.
Statistics of previous matches. Head to head
Spurs, led by Frank Thomas, will have Vicario in goal. Kevin Danso, Micky van de Ven, Pedro Porro, and Destiny Udogie. Portuguese midfielder João Palhinha will play in the center of the field alongside newcomer Archie Gray, while the attacking trio will consist of Mohammed Kudus, Lucas Bergwall, and, most likely, Richarlison. Randal Kolo Muani, who was actively sought after in the summer of 2025, will lead the attack.
Under Arne Slot, Liverpool will rely on Alisson’s stability in goal. The defensive quartet will feature Ibrahima Konaté, Virgil van Dijk, Joe Gomez, and Milos Kerkez. Dominik Szoboszlai and Ryan Gravenberch will play in midfield. Florian Wirtz and Alexis Mac Allister will be responsible for creativity, and in attack, in addition to the versatile Cody Gakpo, Alexander Isak will be the main threat to the Spurs’ defense.
The previous season (2024/2025) was particularly indicative, with the h2h match often ending with a high score and demonstrating the attacking potential of both teams:
- April 27, 2025 (EPL): Liverpool 5–1 Tottenham.
2. December 22, 2024 (EPL): Tottenham 3–6 Liverpool.
In their last 28 Premier League games, Spurs have won only three times, highlighting the Reds’ serious superiority.
Premier League 25/26 standings
The position of Spurs and the Reds is cause for concern in the stats. Both teams, traditionally fighting for places in the Champions League, are in the middle of the table.
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF:GA | Goal Diff | Points |
| 1 | Arsenal | 13 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 25:7 | +18 | 30 |
| … | … | … | … | … | … | … | … | … |
| 8 | Liverpool | 13 | 7 | 0 | 6 | 20:20 | 0 | 21 |
| 9 | Crystal Palace | 13 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 17:11 | +6 | 20 |
| 10 | Brentford | 13 | 6 | 1 | 6 | 21:20 | +1 | 19 |
| 11 | Bournemouth | 13 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 21:23 | -2 | 19 |
| 12 | Tottenham | 13 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 21:16 | +5 | 18 |
Note: GF:GA (goals scored: goals conceded); goal difference (GD) – difference in goals.
Predictions and betting odds
Analysts and bookmakers expect the Reds to have a slight advantage away from home, but with a high chance of a draw and plenty of goals. The odds are as follows:
| Outcome | Coefficient (example) | Probability of outcome |
| Tottenham win | +320 (or ~4.20) | Approximately 23.8% |
| Draw | +330 (or ~4.30) | Approximately 23.2% |
| Liverpool win | -125 (or ~1.80) | Approximately 55.6% |
Key prediction: considering recent head-to-head matches, experts often lean towards a high-scoring draw or a narrow victory for the Reds with good odds.
Football betting is an opportunity to increase the excitement of watching the game. Here are some popular types:
- Main outcome. Prediction on the final result of the match (Tottenham win (P1): ~4.20 (+320). Draw (X): ~4.30 (+330). Reds – winner (P2): ~1.80 (-125))
- Total goals. Bet on the total number of successful attacks on goal for the entire match (Total Over 3.5: ~1.75 (-133); Total Under 3.5: ~2.10 (+110))
- Both teams to score. Betting on whether both teams will score a goal. Given the attacking lineups, the probability of “Yes” is very high.
To successfully place a bet, start by registering with a legal bookmaker and replenishing your deposit. Review the current line, find the competitions “Tottenham – Liverpool fc.”, select the most attractive odds, and then finalize the betting amount. Anyone making a prediction should take into account the key tips: a responsible attitude towards betting is the basis for truly enjoying the sporting event.