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BetMaximus is taking a look at the Tottenham vs Liverpool Premier League clash on Saturday 30th September, with betting odds and best bets.

Josh Seelan makes his Tottenham vs Liverpool bets and predictions for the upcoming Premier League match on Saturday 30th September.

Spurs and Liverpool are both undefeated this season, currently sitting at 4th and 2nd in the table respectively. Spurs have dropped points against Brentford and most recently Arsenal, whereas Liverpool have just dropped points to Chelsea.

This ‘big six’ battle is one that shouldn’t be missed. Liverpool are only two points off current title holders Manchester City. City’s squad is running thin and could start to drop a few points over the next few games. A win for Liverpool over Tottenham will keep them hot on City’s tail and solidify their position as 2nd in the table and firmly in the top four.

Liverpool have had a busy week after beating LASK mid-week in the Europa League and then facing West Ham on Sunday, winning both games 3-1. With a full week’s rest, they should be prepared for Tottenham on Saturday.

Tottenham will be encouraged after their 2-2 draw with Arsenal in the North London derby. Luck definitely wasn’t on their side as Romero scored an own goal, deflected off a Saka shot and then Romero conceded a penalty by accidentally handballing the ball in the box. Pundits will debate about whether it was actually a penalty for years, what’s done is done, it was awarded. A Son and Maddison masterclass saved Spurs a point at the Emirates.

Let’s take a look at Saturdays matchup and other odds for the game.

Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool Odds

Moneyline: Tottenham +187, Draw +300, Liverpool +115

Both Teams to Score: Yes -275, No +200

Double Chance: Tottenham or Draw -150, Draw or Liverpool -250, Tottenham or Liverpool  -450

Total Goals: Over 2.5 -250, Under 2.5 +200

Liverpool have not lost to Tottenham since 2017, it’s an impressive record. It's surprising that the odds don’t necessarily reflect Liverpool’s domination in this fixture. It shows how much the bookies respect Tottenham under big Ange.

Every game since 2020 has resulted in both teams scoring with seven out of the last ten games having over 2.5 goals. Liverpool under Jurgen Klopp have always been an attacking machine. They score goals for fun. When Liverpool are in their groove, they can easily knock four or five past the best of teams.

Spurs under Ange are also becoming goal scoring machines. Both Liverpool and Tottenham rank joint fourth in most goals scored so far this season. Through six games, Liverpool rank top in xG (expected goals scored) and Tottenham rank fifth. There should hopefully be plenty of goals scored in this game. 

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Date: Saturday 30th September
Time: 1:30 PM EST
Location: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, England

Tottenham looked good against Arsenal, they were sharp with their finishing and were unlucky to come out with just a point. James Maddison went down with an injury after his knee looked like it buckled, luckily, he was able to shake it off, but it looked pretty scary for him at one point.

One negative for Tottenham was that when they took Maddison and Son off to try and hold on to the lead with a more defensive approach, they looked very poor going forward. They couldn’t keep hold of the ball; they couldn’t create anything attacking wise. They’re fortunate that Arsenal weren’t able to score against them.

If Maddison is alright and hopefully avoided a serious injury, he is going to be crucial against Liverpool. He’s the heartbeat in that Spurs midfield. Every time he has the ball, you feel like something’s about to happen. Liverpool’s midfield has been questionable, they’re clearly lacking a defensive midfielder. Maddison will be able to exploit this, there’s going to be holes in their midfield. Alexis Mac Allister is not a holding midfielder.

On the other side of the ball, Liverpool look almost unstoppable when they attack. They’ve scored at least three goals in five out of seven games this season. Between Salah, Nunez, Diaz, Jota and Gakpo, they’re not short on goal scorers.

The biggest issue for Liverpool is their defence, they leak goals. In theory, their defenders are more or less the same from when they won the title a few years ago, but in the most recent years, something isn’t clicking with them defensively. Whether it’s the lack of defensive midfielder or the new system that Klopp is trying to replicate with the roaming fullback, they concede a lot. They’ve conceded a goal in every game bar one so far this season.

Speaking of defenders, Liverpool may get Trent Alexander-Arnold back for this game. He’s missed four games with a hamstring injury. Whilst he doesn’t necessarily offer that much defensively, attacking-wise, he’s one of the best fullbacks in the world and a big part of this Liverpool team. It’s also worth noting though that when he does play, he leaves a lot of space down that left side. Players like Son, Solomon or Brennan Johnson easily have the pace to exploit the gap that he leaves behind.

Tottenham Hotspur vs Liverpool Predictions and Picks

Both Teams to Score

Nothing about betting is obvious or easy, but this feels like a straightforward pick. Liverpool have conceded in six out of their past seven games. Spurs have the exact same record. Both of these teams love to score goals and feature near the top of the league in terms of xG. They’ve got elite attacking options but look shaky at the back. If we’re lucky, this game should be a goal-fest, I can’t wait to watch it.

Anytime Goalscorer

There are almost too many players to pick a goal scorer in this game, especially with how unpredictable the starting Liverpool front three can be. If you want a safe pick, back Mohammed Salah. Salah doesn’t need justification, but he’s got four goals and four assists through seven games so far this season, he’s guaranteed to start and he’s on penalties.

If you want a slightly riskier pick, take Darwin Nunez if he starts. He’s a player that needs a good run of form to get confidence into him and that’s what he’s starting to generate at the moment. Four goals on the season and two goals and an assist in his last two starts. Nunez loves a shot on goal and if he starts, he’ll be the central focal point of the Liverpool attack.

Score or Assist

Maddison is more than likely going to play. As I mentioned earlier, Liverpool are lacking a defensive midfielder and Maddison will be able to exploit it. He loves to receive the ball, turn and run towards the goal; he’s always looking for a teammate. He’s on two goals and four assists for the season. Coming off a two assist, player of the match performance last week, I have faith that Maddison can perform again.