Wolverhampton Wanderers vs Liverpool. Premier League.
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Friday 21 December 2018 22:34, UK
Nuno Espirito Santo insists Wolves are ready to topple Premier League leaders Liverpool on Friday Night Football.
They host Jurgen Klopp's pace-setters at Molineux on Friday with Liverpool aiming to go four points clear at the top.
Wolves have won their last three games and are unbeaten against Manchester City, Manchester United, Arsenal and Chelsea this season leaving manager Nuno confident.
He said: "It's a big challenge for us, we are OK, we are prepared. We require a lot, it's a fantastic team, a fantastic manager - what a game.
"They are at the top of the league and that says a lot. We are going to face one of the best teams in Europe and we look forward to it.
"It will be a packed Molineux, always supporting the team. A noisy Molineux, that is what we want and what we expect.
"Our spirit will never go away from us, the way we work and believe and the way we support each other.
"That's what makes you proud when you have a bad moment and you come out of it. It doesn't mean it can't happen again but we are ready."
Meanwhile, Liverpool defender Virgil Van Dijk is aware of how quickly things can unravel over a packed festive programme and insists they will not get complacent.
Following the visit to Molineux, the Premier League leaders face Newcastle and Arsenal in quick succession before their clash with title rivals Manchester City on January 3.
"We are in mid-December and the season is still too long," said Van Dijk.
"We are very happy we're in the position that we're in now but that can change in two or three weeks so we won't get carried away.
"We'll try to keep on doing what we're doing and, obviously, stay confident.
"It (Wolves) is another game we want to win. It's going to be very tough there. They are in a great moment but so are we so we will have to prepare well and know their strengths and their weaknesses as well."
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Diogo Jota is out with a hamstring injury having come off in the 2-0 win over Bournemouth.
He remains a doubt with Wolves unable to see the severity of the issue until the injury settles down.
Liverpool will be without Trent Alexander-Arnold after Jurgen Klopp confirmed the youngster is still suffering from a foot injury.
James Milner is set for a late fitness test on a hamstring injury, but Joel Matip (broken collarbone), Joe Gomez (broken ankle) and Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain remain long-term absentees.
It's a nice big pitch for Liverpool, Wolves do try and play and are a good team, but I just can't see how they're going to live with Jurgen Klopp's side.
Wolves were worthy winners against Bournemouth, and some may look at this result and think: 'Wow, are you joking?' but I just think with Liverpool's pace and defensive solidity, they dictate the game and win it comfortably.
I have been very impressed with Wolves this season. Four might be harsh, but if Liverpool get going like they did against Bournemouth, I can see them doing the same.
PAUL PREDICTS: 0-4 (22/1 with Sky Bet)
