Liverpool vs Tottenham Hotspur - 3 ways to beat the Reds at Anfield

With the end of the international break, your favorite Premier League superstars will return to action for their clubs this weekend. The big game of this Gameweek 32 will take place Anfield where Jurgen Klopp's Liverpool will be try to prove their dominance over Mauricio Pochettiono's Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.

Liverpool is at the top of the table with 76 points from 31 league games, although the Reds have played an extra game than second-placed Manchester City. Spurs hold the third place as they have bagged 61 points from 30 matches.

Liverpool has an impressive defensive record this season having conceded only 18 goals from 31 matches. The presence of Virgil Van-Dijk in defense has strengthened the backline considerably. On the other hand, Harry Kane who has already scored 17 goals from 26 matches for Spurs this season will be a big threat.

The match is not going to be an easy one for the Spurs as Liverpool will be looking to maintain their top spot. But, there are a few tactics which could help Pochettino's side to demolish Liverpool. Without wasting any time, let us take a look at those 3 things, Tottenham could do to beat Liverpool.

#3 Midfield domination:

Spurs midfield needs to take more responsibilities

Liverpool midfield has been exceptional, to say the least this season. The likes of Wijnaldum, Henderson, Milner, and Fabinho have been in incredible form and are the reason why the Red's midfield is regarded as one of the best in the league.

If Tottenham wants to create early pressure on Sunday, they have to win the midfield battle first. It is expected that Wanyama, Sissoko, Alli, and Eriksen will the start for Spurs at Anfield.

The result of the match will depend on if the midfielders do their job perfectly. If Tottenham could dominate in the middle of the park at Anfield, it would be a job half done for visitors.

#2 Counter-attacking football:

Harry Kane is the ace for Tottenham Hotspur

Tottenham has scored 57 goals this season in the Premier League, out of which the duo of Harry Kane and Son Heung-Min has scored 28 goals. It is also expected that Son and Kane will start on Sunday and try to damage Liverpool's defensive strength.

Jurgen Klopp always tries to launch a high-line defense as their attack gets more help by doing so. Mauricio Pochettino's men should play counter-attacking football to break Liverpool's defence. With players like Dele Alli and Christian Eriksen; they have the personal to find space and provide a clinical pass.

With tall defenders like Joel Matip and Virgil Van-Dijk, crossing from the wing is not doing to yield many benefits. Playing possession football is almost impossible. So, the only way to break Klopp's solid defense is to let them attack, and wait for your turn to counter.

#1 Deep defensive line:

Liverpool has already scored 70 goals in the Premier League this season and only Manchester City have more goals than them. The front-line of Sadio Mane, Roberto Firmino and Mohammed Salah has scored 45 times this season. Stopping the trio is a hard task for any team and is Pochettino's biggest concern. Moreover, the devastating form of Sadio Mane could be the biggest headache for Spurs' defenders.

Tottenham Hotspur should keep a deep line of defense to stop Liverpool from attacking their goal. Toby Alderweireld is likely to start the match with fellow Belgian Jan Vertonghen. Not only the central defenders; but also the full backs should drop deep and have strict defensive responsibilities.

Liverpool has always proved themselves as a threatening counter-attacking side. If Spurs' defense could stop Liverpool's attack at Anfield, it will give them a good chance of taking all three points. The task is not easy for travelers, but Liverpool are under pressure and Pochettino's men could take advantage of it.

Edited by Aayush Kataria