Where and when?
Liverpool v West Ham United
Premier League
Sunday 11 December 2016, 4.30pm GMT
Anfield
What’s the story?
West Ham United travel to Anfield on Sunday looking for a response after last weekend’s Premier League defeat to Arsenal.
Following the 1-1 draw at Manchester United, the Hammers were unable to build upon that against the Gunners, as Alexis Sanchez’s hat-trick powered them to a 5-1 win.
Now, Slaven Bilic’s men will be looking to last season, when they ended a wait of 52 years for victory at Anfield in the best possible style. Goals from Manuel Lanzini, Mark Noble and Diafra Sakho gave the visitors a 3-0 victory – one of three West Ham gained over the Reds last term.
This season, Jurgen Klopp’s men have made a terrific start, and they sit third in the table with 30 points from their opening 14 games.
Last weekend’s 4-3 defeat to Bournemouth was their first in 12 league games as the Merseysiders attempt to make a swift improvement on last season’s eighth place finish.
West Ham, with 12 points from 14 games, are in 18th place, but could move up to 15th with victory on Sunday,
Team news
The Hammers could have both Aaron Cresswell and Michail Antonio back after they missed the defeat to Arsenal with groin injuries.
Andy Carroll returned from his knee injury with a goal against the Gunners and could start up front.
However, Cheikhou Kouyate is out with a groin injury.
For Liverpool, Sadio Mane is expected to be available despite limping off during the loss to Bournemouth.
Joel Matip could return from an ankle injury, but Daniel Sturridge is out due to a calf problem.
Any links between the two?
West Ham defender Alvaro Arbeloa was at Liverpool between 2007-09, playing 66 Premier League games before moving back to Spain with Real Madrid.
Andy Carroll joined the Hammers from the Reds, initially on loan, in 2012, after signing for Liverpool from Newcastle a year earlier.
How do I get to the match?
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How can I watch the match?
The game is being broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports. You can also follow the action as it happens on whufc.com, with live audio commentary, social media updates, in-running stats, photos and more. Get involved in the conversation on social media using the hashtag #LIVWHU