Tottenham Hotspur F.C. vs Liverpool F.C. Prediction 20 December 2025

For the second consecutive season, Spurs no longer look like a genuine contender for the Champions League places. Their inconsistency has been glaring: heavy defeats to Arsenal (1–4) and Nottingham Forest (0–3) have been mixed with respectable results against Fulham (1–2), Newcastle (2–2), and Brentford (2–0). As a result, Tottenham sit 11th with 22 points and a goal difference of 25–21.

Liverpool’s position is almost as surprising. Despite being the reigning champions, the Reds are only seventh, also on 26 points, with a fragile defensive record reflected in their 26–24 goal difference. The shock 3–0 loss to Nottingham Forest raised eyebrows, but recent performances suggest improvement, with solid displays against West Ham (2–0), Brighton (2–0), and high-scoring draws versus Sunderland (1–1) and Leeds (3–3).

Although Tottenham have been one of the league’s weaker home sides this season, they often raise their level against elite opposition, especially with a fired-up home crowd behind them. Given Liverpool’s current imperfections, Spurs look capable of causing problems — and taking something from this match.

Tottenham not to lose (1X) 1.80