Liverpool vs Watford

Follow LIVE updates of Liverpool's clash against Watford in the Premier League this afternoon from Anfield.

And don't forget to subscribe to our FREELiverpool FC newsletter, our YouTube channel and listen to our Blood Red Podcast, with all your favourite ECHO regulars including Paul Gorst, Ian Doyle, Joe Rimmer, Sean Bradbury, Theo Squires, Mark Wakefield and regular hosts Guy Clarke and Matt Addison. The Reds take on Roy Hodgson's side in a 12:30 kick-off at Anfield and could move top of the table with a win over the Hornets. Manchester City face Burnley at Turf Moor later today but Pep Guardiola's side could potentially start that game in second place, if Liverpool get three points against Watford. Jurgen Klopp has already confirmed that Trent Alexander-Arnold has returned to full training, though he is unlikely to start this afternoon, while Naby Keita is the only player definitely sidelined through injury.

Will Liverpool take temporary top spot in the Premier League? Follow all the latest updates from the game at Anfield.

For Roy Hodgson and Watford the match represents a stiff test, but they can ill-afford to roll over with the relegation scrap entering its final weeks. With the two sides around 18th-placed Watford in the league – Everton above and Burnley below – meeting next week, the Hornets could find themselves slipping off the pace if they fail to take any points today. “Physically he should be fine,” Klopp said on Friday. “Now I have to make the decision about rhythm and these kinds of things.”

Liverpool take on Watford as Jurgen Klopp's side look to go top of the Premier League. A victory would see Liverpool move two points ahead of Manchester ...

Will Jurgen Klopp's side go top of the table or will Watford spring a surprise? Jurgen Klopp's side ran out 5-0 winners when these sides met at Vicarage Road earlier in the season, but they won't be taking anything for granted as It looks as if Gomez will be at right-back today as Alexander-Arnold is only on the bench. Watford have made it difficult for Jurgen Klopp's team at times, but as things stand Liverpool will be going top of the league. Watford then create a chance themselves, with the ball falling to Sarr, whose effort goes over. Mohamed Salah, Roberto Firmino, Joe Gomez and Curtis Jones all start as Liverpool make four changes from their last Premier League game. Liverpool certainly have had things their own way and Kamara is working hard as he looks to stop Salah from making a major impact. Following the subsequent corner Cucho Hernandez requires treatment following a clash of heads. It's expected that Salah will be replaced soon, with Sadio Mane poised to enter the fray. Watford then miss an excellent chance, with Sarr playing in Joao Pedro, who drags his effort wide. 65 mins: Fabinho plays a neat pass in towards Salah, whose effort goes just over. 82 mins: Jurgen Klopp looks a little concerned, with victory still not secure for his side.

Liverpool's first match back after the international break sees them straight back into the Premier League title race vs. Watford. Here is our predicted XI ...

He has proven to be one of Liverpool’s most reliable players and will likely slot right back into the lineup against Watford. Henderson rounds out arguably Liverpool’s best midfield in this match. He’s been a constant in the Reds lineup for almost every competition and will slot back into the lineup against Watford.

Liverpool vs Watford will be an intriguing clash at Anfield on Saturday as both teams have very clear targets for the rest of the season.

Watford are coming off the back of a big win at Southampton before the international break as Roy Hodgson’s side have given themselves a fighting chance of staying in the Premier League as they are three points from safety but have played two games more than Everton who sit directly above them. They have the momentum in the title race as Man City have stumbled and unexpectedly dropped points over the last month. Jurgen Klopp’s Reds went on a run of nine-straight Premier League games before the international break, pushing themselves just one point behind leaders Manchester City ahead of their showdown at the Etihad Stadium on Apr. 10.

Follow LIVE updates of Liverpool's clash against Watford in the Premier League this afternoon from Anfield.

And don't forget to subscribe to our FREELiverpool FC newsletter, our YouTube channel and listen to our Blood Red Podcast, with all your favourite ECHO regulars including Paul Gorst, Ian Doyle, Joe Rimmer, Sean Bradbury, Theo Squires, Mark Wakefield and regular hosts Guy Clarke and Matt Addison. The Reds take on Roy Hodgson's side in a 12:30 kick-off at Anfield and could move top of the table with a win over the Hornets. Manchester City face Burnley at Turf Moor later today but Pep Guardiola's side could potentially start that game in second place, if Liverpool get three points against Watford. Jurgen Klopp has already confirmed that Trent Alexander-Arnold has returned to full training, though he is unlikely to start this afternoon, while Naby Keita is the only player definitely sidelined through injury.