Liverpool host Brighton & Hove Albion at Anfield in the Saturday evening kick-off for Premier League Matchday 27. Arne Slot’s side are in imperious form at the top of the table, whilst Fabian Hürzeler’s Brighton continue to punch above their weight. Here is our comprehensive match preview with predictions and betting tips.

Match Details

Date: Saturday 14 February 2026, 17:30 GMT
Venue: Anfield, Liverpool
Competition: Premier League Matchday 27
TV: TNT Sports 1

Slot’s Liverpool: A Machine in Full Flow

Arne Slot has taken the Jürgen Klopp blueprint and added his own refined touch. Liverpool sit top of the Premier League by five points, and their home record is nothing short of extraordinary — 12 wins and one draw from 13 league games at Anfield. The Reds have scored 38 goals and conceded just nine at home, the best defensive record in the division.

Mohamed Salah has been in scintillating form, with 19 league goals and 12 assists. His partnership with Cody Gakpo and Diogo Jota in the front three has given Slot tactical flexibility, and the midfield trio of Alexis Mac Allister, Ryan Gravenberch, and Curtis Jones offers the perfect blend of creativity and industry. Virgil van Dijk remains the Premier League’s best centre-back, and Trent Alexander-Arnold — despite the ongoing Real Madrid speculation — has been outstanding.

Brighton: Brave but Vulnerable

Fabian Hürzeler has done an admirable job in his first full season in the Premier League, with Brighton sitting eighth and playing attractive football. João Pedro has emerged as one of the league’s most exciting attackers, whilst Kaoru Mitoma remains a constant threat on the left flank. Danny Welbeck’s experience has been invaluable up front.

However, Brighton’s away form tells a different story. They’ve won just three of their 13 league matches on the road, and their high defensive line has been exploited by pace on the counter — something Liverpool have in abundance. The Seagulls conceded 11 goals across their last four away defeats against top-six opposition.

Head-to-Head

Liverpool have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning five of the last six meetings. Brighton’s last victory at Anfield came in 2021, and they’ve scored just three goals in their last four visits to Merseyside. The reverse fixture earlier this season finished 3-1 to Liverpool at the Amex.

Match Odds

Liverpool to Win: 2/5 (bet365)
Draw: 4/1 (Betfair)
Brighton to Win: 6/1 (William Hill)

Betting Tips

Tip 1: Liverpool to Win & Over 2.5 Goals — 4/5 (bet365)

Liverpool have won with three or more goals in seven of their 13 home league matches. Brighton’s high line will play into Liverpool’s hands, and the pace of Salah, Gakpo, and Jota will cause havoc. This is our primary selection — straightforward and well-priced at 4/5 with bet365.

Tip 2: Mohamed Salah Anytime Goalscorer — 4/7 (Paddy Power)

The Egyptian King has scored in nine of his 13 home league appearances this season. Against a Brighton defence that struggles with direct runners in behind, Salah is almost certain to be involved. At 4/7 with Paddy Power, this is as close to a banker as you’ll find in the goalscorer markets.

Tip 3: Liverpool -2 Asian Handicap — 11/4 (Sky Bet)

For those seeking bigger odds, Liverpool -2 at 11/4 with Sky Bet has genuine appeal. Three of Liverpool’s last five home wins have been by three or more goals, and Brighton’s defensive frailties on the road make a comprehensive defeat a realistic possibility.

Tip 4: Liverpool Half-Time/Full-Time — 1/1 (William Hill)

Slot’s Liverpool are fast starters at Anfield, scoring first in 10 of their 13 home league games. They were ahead at half-time in eight of those matches. Liverpool HT/FT at evens with William Hill is a solid selection with good value.

Our Prediction

Liverpool 3-0 Brighton. The Reds will be too strong at Anfield. Salah to open the scoring, with Gakpo and Jota completing the rout in a comfortable afternoon for Slot’s title chasers.

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