LIVERPOOL continue their march towards the Premier League title with a home clash against Sheffield United.
Despite being tested by Wolves last time out, the league leaders still managed to grind out a 1-0 win and extend their unbeaten top-flight run to 36 games.
Liverpool are 13 points clear at the top of the Premier League and on course to break records in the New YearCredit: Rex Features
The Blades are this season’s surprise package and were unfortunate to go down 2-0 at Man City last time out.
That was their first defeat on the road this season in the Premier League, but Chris Wilder’s side are still camped just outside the European places.
The Sheffield United celebrations at City were cut short by VARCredit: Reuters
What time does Liverpool vs Sheffield United kick off?
THIS Premier League clash will be held on Thursday, January 2.
Kick-off at Anfield is at 8pm.
Sheffield United last visited Merseyside in 2007, when they were beaten 4-0 thanks to goals from Robbie Fowler, Steven Gerrard and Sami Hyypia.
What TV channel is Liverpool vs Sheffield United on and can I live stream it?
YOU can catch all the action live on BT Sport 1 and BT Sport Ultimate.
Coverage begins at 7pm.
BT Sport customers need to download the official app to stream on the move, or can log into the website and watch the enhanced player.
How can I watch Liverpool vs Sheffield United for free?
IF you’re an EE mobile customer, you’re in luck.
Text SPORT to 150 and you’ll receive a three-month FREE trial to BT Sport mobile.
With the service, you can cast to your TV and watch in full HD and can cancel at any time.
What is the team news?
Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Xherdan Shaqiri, Fabinho, Dejan Lovren and Joel Matip all remain absent for Liverpool’s match with Sheffield United.
Takumi Minamino has now joined Liverpool from Salzburg but is ineligible for this match as the club were not permitted to register him in time.
John Lundstram is Sheffield United’s only potential doubt after missing the Blades’ 2-0 loss at Man City with an ankle injury.
Boss Chris Wilder said: “I believe John will take part in a full training session today [Tuesday], so we’ll see how he comes through that.”
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
