Liverpool 2-1 Chelsea

Current streaks

Recent form

Liverpool

Liverpool's current form is nothing short of exceptional, with an impressive six-game winning streak across all competitions. The Reds are sitting atop the Premier League table with 18 points from 7 games, showcasing their dominance. Their offensive prowess is evident, having scored 16 goals in their last 6 matches, averaging 2.67 goals per game. Defensively, they've been equally impressive, conceding only 3 goals (0.5 per game) and keeping 3 clean sheets. The standout performance in this run was the 5-1 thrashing of West Ham in the League Cup, highlighting their attacking capabilities. With 67% of their games seeing over 2.5 goals, Liverpool are providing entertainment along with results. Their success spans across competitions, with victories in the Premier League, Champions League, and League Cup, demonstrating their ability to compete at the highest level in multiple tournaments simultaneously.

Chelsea

Chelsea's recent form has been impressive, showcasing a strong run of five consecutive wins before their most recent draw against Nottingham Forest. The team's offensive prowess is particularly noteworthy, having scored 18 goals in their last six matches, averaging an impressive 3 goals per game. Defensively, they've been solid as well, conceding only 5 goals and keeping 3 clean sheets during this period. The high-scoring nature of their games is evident, with 67% of their matches seeing over 2.5 goals. Standout performances include a 5-0 thrashing of Barrow in the League Cup and back-to-back 4-2 victories against Gent and Brighton. This excellent form has propelled Chelsea to 4th position in the league table, accumulating 14 points from 7 games, indicating a strong start to their campaign.

Recent home/away form

Liverpool

Liverpool's recent home form has been impressive, with a current run of three consecutive wins. The team has demonstrated strong offensive capabilities, scoring 16 goals in their last 6 games, averaging 2.67 goals per game. Defensively, they've been solid, conceding only 3 goals in total and keeping 3 clean sheets. The 5-1 victory over West Ham in the League Cup stands out as a particularly high-scoring game. Despite a surprising 1-0 loss to Nottingham Forest, Liverpool has bounced back strongly, outscoring their opponents 10-0 in the three games since. Their overall goal difference of +13 in these six games highlights their dominance at home, contributing to their current 1st position in the league with 18 points from 7 games.

Chelsea

Chelsea's recent away form presents an intriguing mix of results and statistics. The team has shown a pattern of alternating between wins and losses in their last six away games, with no draws recorded. Their most recent outings have been particularly strong, with back-to-back Premier League victories against West Ham and Bournemouth, both featuring clean sheets. A standout performance came in their 6-2 win against Wolves, showcasing their offensive prowess. This high-scoring affair contributes significantly to their impressive average of 2.33 goals scored per game. Defensively, Chelsea has been somewhat inconsistent, conceding in 67% of these matches but managing two clean sheets in their last two league away games. The team's tendency for high-scoring encounters is evident, with 83% of their away games featuring over 2.5 goals. Despite some setbacks in friendlies and a Europa Conference League match, Chelsea's Premier League away form appears to be on an upward trajectory.