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Liverpool vs Southampton

Anfield, Liverpool18 November 2017 at 15:00
Referee: Mike Jones

Match Events

Liverpool
Southampton
Kick Off
Mohamed Salah

assist: G. Wijnaldum

31′
Mohamed Salah

assist: Philippe Coutinho

41′
Dejan Lovren43′
Half Time
55′
D. TadićC. Austin
Philippe CoutinhoE. Can
69′
69′
S. BoufalJ. Ward-Prowse
S. ManéA. Oxlade-Chamberlain
74′
79′
S. LongM. Gabbiadini
Mohamed SalahJ. Milner
80′
Full Time

Match Statistics

8Shots on Goal0
6Shots off Goal3
21Total Shots5
7Blocked Shots2
12Shots insidebox4
9Shots outsidebox1
15Fouls9
10Corner Kicks2
2Offsides2
61%Ball Possession39%
1Yellow Cards1
0Red Cards0
0Goalkeeper Saves5
562Total passes362
472Passes accurate261
84%Passes %72%

Lineups

Squad Ratings

The overall squad rating for Liverpool is 6.89, compared to 6.72 for Southampton. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Liverpool's highest-rated starter is Mohamed Salah (6.89), while Southampton's best-rated player is Oriol Romeu (6.72).

Attacking Output

The starting XI of Liverpool have contributed 7 goals and 6 assists this season, led by Mohamed Salah (7G). Southampton's starters account for 0 goals and 0 assists, spearheaded by —. Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.

Defensive Solidity

Liverpool deploy 4 defenders rated — on average, against Southampton's 4-man backline averaging —. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.

Midfield Control

Liverpool field 3 midfielders averaging —, versus Southampton's 5 rated 6.72. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.

Forward Threat

Liverpool start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.89, compared to 1 for Southampton averaging —. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.

Passing & Build-Up

Passing accuracy averages 76% for Liverpool and 78% for Southampton. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.

Discipline

Liverpool's starters have collected 1 yellow cards this season, compared to 2 for Southampton. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.

Age & Experience

The average age of Liverpool's starting XI is 33.0 (youngest: Mohamed Salah (33), oldest: Mohamed Salah (33)), while Southampton average 34.0 (youngest: Oriol Romeu (34), oldest: Oriol Romeu (34)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.

Squad Depth

Liverpool's starters average 25 league appearances each, versus 6 for Southampton. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.

Liverpool4-3-34-2-3-1Southampton
GKDEFMIDFWD
22Mignolet17Klavan6Lovren18Moreno66Alexand.5Wijnald.14Henders.10Coutinho9Firmino11Salah19Mané44Forster21Bertrand2Soares17Dijk6Hoedt8Davis11Tadić14Romeu22Redmond19Boufal7Long

Substitutes

Coach: J. Klopp

Substitutes

Coach: M. Pellegrino

LiverpoolPosition StrengthSouthampton
6.89
Avg Rating
6.72
Midfielder (3 v 5)6.72
0G 0A0G 0A
6.89Forward (3 v 1)
7G 6A0G 0A
Liverpool4-3-3
22GoalkeeperS. Mignolet
17DefenderR. Klavan
6DefenderD. Lovren
18DefenderAlberto Moreno
66DefenderT. Alexander-Arnold
5MidfielderG. Wijnaldum
14MidfielderJ. Henderson
10MidfielderPhilippe Coutinho
9ForwardRoberto Firmino
11ForwardMohamed Salah6.97G6A
19ForwardS. Mané
Southampton4-2-3-1
44GoalkeeperF. Forster
21DefenderR. Bertrand
2DefenderCédric Soares
17DefenderV. van Dijk
6DefenderW. Hoedt
8MidfielderS. Davis
11MidfielderD. Tadić
14MidfielderOriol Romeu6.7
22MidfielderN. Redmond
19MidfielderS. Boufal
7ForwardS. Long

Match Summary

Liverpool defeated Southampton 3:0. The match was played in Premier League 2017. Goals were scored by Mohamed Salah 31′, Mohamed Salah 41′, Philippe Coutinho 68′. 2 yellow cards were shown. Liverpool had 61% possession while Southampton held 39%. Liverpool had 21 shots (8 on target) compared to 5 (0 on target) for Southampton. Liverpool made 3 substitutions, Southampton made 3.

Rivalry since 2012

Liverpool vs Southampton Head to Head Results

29 stretnutí
Liverpool
19
wins
Drawn
4
Southampton
6
wins
Total goals
86 · 3.0/match
Both scored
14/29 · 48%
Over 2.5
18/29 · 62%

Recent Form

Liverpool

DLWWLW

Southampton

WDLDWW

Match Prediction

Liverpool

45%

Home win

 

45%

Draw

Southampton

10%

Away win

Model advice

Double chance : Liverpool or draw

62%Form38%
64%Attack36%
50%Defence50%
15%Head-to-head85%

Betting Odds & Historical Data

Opening pre-match odds recorded for this fixture at the time it was played. These are historical figures for analytical reference only and do not reflect any current market.

Historical data only — not for betting

This data is sourced from football-data.co.uk and covers historical match results and pre-match odds. These figures do not represent current or live odds and cannot be used for placing bets. Betting is not possible on this website. Provided for analytical and research purposes only.

Head-to-Head Record

Liverpool dominates

Historical results between these two teams — showing who has dominated this fixture and whether the current odds reflect that pattern.

Liverpool8wins
1draws10 meetings
Southampton1wins

Goals in This Fixture

How many goals these two teams typically produce when they meet, based on their historical encounters.

3.8

Average goals per game

80%

Games with 3+ goals

60%

Both teams scored

Potential Betting Value Detected

Historical win rate (100%) differs significantly from the market-implied probability (70%) — the odds may underestimate Liverpool.

Market Summary

Margin: 3.0%

Implied win probabilities calculated from pre-match odds across multiple sources. A higher percentage means the market considered that outcome more likely. Compare these against your own assessment to spot potential value.

Implied Probability

Home 71.4%Draw 20.1%Away 11.5%

Odds Range

1X2
Min1.394.808.50
Max1.415.149.00
Market favourite:Liverpool · Heavy favourite

Market Consensus

Professional markets (sharp bookmakers) reflect sharp money and are harder to beat. Public markets are softer. When the two disagree significantly (highlighted in amber), it may indicate a mispriced line worth investigating.

1X2
Professional market69.6%19.1%11.3%
Public market69.8%19.4%10.8%

Liverpool vs Southampton — margin-removed probabilities

Result vs. Market

Liverpool
Result vs. Market: Liverpool (71%)

Result matched market prediction

Match Statistics

Actual in-game statistics recorded for this match. Shots on target is a strong indicator of attacking pressure and correlates well with expected goals.

LiverpoolHalf-time:20Southampton
21Shots5
8Shots on target0

Head-to-Head History

Historical results between these two teams. Bold odds show which outcome was backed by the market — compare against the actual result to assess predictability of this fixture over time.

DateHomeScoreAwayAvg. odds
08/03/25Liverpool3–1Southampton1.11/9.70/18.25
24/11/24Southampton2–3Liverpool10.61/5.78/1.28
28/05/23Southampton4–4Liverpool6.39/4.93/1.40
12/11/22Liverpool3–1Southampton1.25/6.33/11.52
17/05/22Southampton1–2Liverpool8.05/5.34/1.35
27/11/21Liverpool4–0Southampton1.29/5.86/9.70
08/05/21Liverpool2–0Southampton1.28/5.90/10.80
04/01/21Southampton1–0Liverpool5.01/4.32/1.64
01/02/20Liverpool4–0Southampton1.27/5.95/11.43
17/08/19Southampton1–2Liverpool6.85/4.69/1.45

Home Record / Away Record

Aggregated season statistics from all available historical data. Use these to assess each team's overall form, scoring frequency, and tendency for high-scoring matches.

Home Record: Liverpool

W 678D 307L 274
Over 2.554
Goals scored2265

Away Record: Southampton

W 269D 243L 408
Over 2.549
Goals scored1086

Data: football-data.co.uk

Statistics are for informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

API data: 11 May 2026