Liverpool vs Crystal Palace Preview

Anfield prepares to host a captivating Carabao Cup encounter as Liverpool welcome Crystal Palace on Wednesday evening, October 29th, 2025, with kick-off set for 19:45 GMT. The Reds arrive at this fixture navigating treacherous waters, their recent form chart painting a concerning picture of vulnerability and inconsistency. A devastating 3-2 defeat at Brentford extended their alarming losing streak to three consecutive premier league matches, a run that has sent shockwaves through Merseyside. The pain intensified further with their 1-2 home capitulation against Manchester United, a result that exposed defensive fragilities and attacking impotence in equal measure. Even their solitary victory in the last five outings—a commanding 5-1 dismantling of Eintracht Frankfurt in Champions League action—has been overshadowed by subsequent disappointments against Chelsea and Galatasaray. Crystal Palace, by contrast, present a curious paradox: a team capable of resilience yet struggling for consistency. Their latest outing saw them succumb 1-0 to Arsenal at the Emirates, while losses to AEK Larnaca in Conference League action and Everton at Goodison Park have compounded their difficulties. However, the Eagles demonstrated their capacity to frustrate elite opposition with a battling 3-3 tie against Bournemouth, showcasing attacking verve even when defensive solidity proved elusive.

The psychological dimension of this encounter cannot be understated. Liverpool’s confidence will be fragile following their harrowing run, yet the sanctuary of Anfield and the opportunity presented by domestic cup competition could provide the platform for rejuvenation. Palace have historically proven themselves capable of upsetting the established order on Merseyside, with their 2-1 victory at home in September 2025 serving as a stark reminder of their threat. The head-to-head record reveals a fascinating narrative: the last five meetings have produced one Liverpool victory against two Palace triumphs, so recent history suggests the gap between these sides has narrowed considerably. The 2-2 tie in the FA Community Shield (Crystal Palace won on penalties) in August 2025 demonstrated Palace’s ability to match Liverpool’s intensity, while their narrow 1-0 defeat at Selhurst Park in October 2024 illustrated their defensive organization. For global audiences eager to witness this intriguing domestic cup battle, coverage is extensive: viewers in the United Kingdom can access Sky Sports Premier League, while American fans will find the action on Paramount+ and Amazon Prime Video. Canadian supporters have options via DAZN Canada and fuboTV Canada, while German audiences can tune in through Sky Sport Premier League.

Injured Players:

Liverpool: Alexander Isak (Out), Ryan Gravenberch (Out), Alisson Becker (Out), Giovanni Leoni (Out), Jeremie Frimpong (Out), Curtis Jones (Doubtful)

Crystal Palace: Caleb Kporha (Out), Chadi Riad (Out), Cheick Doucouré (Out)

Liverpool will be without star striker Isak and key midfielder Gravenberch, while goalkeeper Alisson Becker remains sidelined, with Curtis Jones facing a late fitness test. Crystal Palace are missing three defensive players in Kporha, Riad, and Doucouré, weakening their backline ahead of this challenging away fixture at Anfield.

Possible line-ups:

Liverpool (4-2-3-1)

Woodman, Dijk, Endo, Gomez, Allister, Szoboszlai, Ekitike, Robertson, Ngumoha, Chiesa, Ramsay

Crystal Palace (3-4-2-1)

Benítez, Esse, Lerma, Lacroix, Devenny, Hughes, Canvot, Clyne, Guéhi, Sosa, Nketiah

🔴 Liverpool Form

Result	Home	Score	Away	Competition	Date
✗	Brentford	3-2	Liverpool	English Premier League	Oct 25, 2025
✓	Eintracht Frankfurt	1-5	Liverpool	Champions League	Oct 22, 2025
✗	Liverpool	1-2	Manchester United	English Premier League	Oct 19, 2025
✗	Chelsea	2-1	Liverpool	English Premier League	Oct 4, 2025
✗	Galatasaray	1-0	Liverpool	Champions League	Sep 30, 2025

🦅 Crystal Palace Form

Result	Home	Score	Away	Competition	Date
✗	Arsenal	1-0	Crystal Palace	English Premier League	Oct 26, 2025
✗	Crystal Palace	0-1	AEK Larnaca	Conference League	Oct 23, 2025
🤝	Crystal Palace	3-3	AFC Bournemouth	English Premier League	Oct 18, 2025
✗	Everton	2-1	Crystal Palace	English Premier League	Oct 5, 2025
✓	Dynamo Kyiv	0-2	Crystal Palace	Conference League	Oct 2, 2025

🆚 Head-to-Head Record

Home	Score	Away	Competition	Date
Crystal Palace	2-1	Liverpool	English Premier League	Sep 27, 2025
Crystal Palace	2-2	Liverpool	English FA Community Shield	Aug 10, 2025
Liverpool	1-1	Crystal Palace	English Premier League	May 25, 2025
Crystal Palace	0-1	Liverpool	English Premier League	Oct 5, 2024
Liverpool	0-1	Crystal Palace	English Premier League	Apr 14, 2024

📺 TV Listings / Streaming

Country	Broadcaster
United Kingdom	Sky Sports Premier League, BBC Radio 5 Live
USA	Paramount+, Amazon Prime Video
Canada	DAZN Canada, fuboTV Canada
Germany	Sky Sport Premier League, Amazon Prime Video
Australia	beIN Sports Connect, Amazon Prime Video
Brazil	Disney+ Premium Brazil, ESPN Brazil
Portugal	Sport TV Multiscreen
India	FanCode
Turkey	Exxen
South Africa	DStv App, SuperSport Premier League