This optimistic selection is an intriguing one. Van Dijk is probably Liverpool’s main aerial threat. This season he has averaged 0.75 shots per game. Liverpool already average a high 6.54 corners per game and with how much they are likely to dominate this could easily go up especially given Wolves concede on average 6.7 corners per game. With Liverpool likely to generate a significant corner count VVD should have plenty of opportunities to land an attempt on goal.

Salah is in incredible form even by his standards with 22 goals and 14 assists already this season. His attacking output has been ridiculous and he is averaging 3.84 shots per game and 2 shots on target per game. It seems likely the Egyptian will at least meet his average tallys in such a favourable matchup for him with Wolves having one of the worst defensive records in the league.

This looks like a smart bet given both teams’ tendencies. Liverpool’s high-intensity pressing style forces opponents into mistakes, with teams tending to commit a lot of fouls against them. Wolves, meanwhile, already average a massive 13.46 fouls per game, meaning they seem pretty likely to exceed 11, especially when chasing possession. Given Liverpool’s quick ball movement and Wolves’ struggles defensively, plenty of late tackles and fouls should occur.

A physical battle is expected, with both teams featuring in high-card matches. Liverpool games see an average of 4.83 cards per game, while Wolves matches see 4.71. With both teams individually averaging over 2 cards per game, the total cards in this game surpassing 2.5 seems highly likely.

Liverpool have been relentless in attack this season, averaging 6.54 corners per game, and against a Wolves side that concedes 6.71 per game, they should generate plenty of set-piece opportunities. Wolves’ deep defensive setup means they will likely sit back, allowing Liverpool into periods of sustained pressure and frequent shots, increasing the likelihood of deflections and clearances leading to corners. With Liverpool looking to dominate at Anfield, they should clear this line.

Semedo makes more fouls than any other Wolves player averaging 1.7 per game. He’s already picked up 7 bookings this season underlining his sometimes reckless approach. Playing as a right back he will likely be up against Gakpo or Diaz on Sunday who average 0.8 and 0.9 fouls drawn respectively. He will struggle not to commit an offence in this one and banking on at least one foul seems a safe bet.

Alexander-Arnold has proved time and again that his delivery is second to none. He has 6 assists already this year in the prem and Sunday’s game seems as good a chance as any for this tally to go up.

Liverpool are likely to dominate throughout and score multiple goals for one, but Wolves’ high volume of corners conceded offers the best chance for this bet. Trent of course takes corners and with Liverpool seeming likely to have many against a Wolves side that concedes 6.71 per game this provides a great opportunity for an assist.

Liverpool average 6.79 shots on target per game, one of the highest in the league, while Wolves generally allow 5.29 per match. Usual number 1 Jose Sa averaged around 3 saves per game but with Liverpool expected to control possession and fire plenty of efforts on goal, the Wolves goalkeeper will likely be tested more frequently than usual. Given Liverpool’s attacking efficiency this season, a 5+ save performance from the Wolves keeper looks highly probable.