But Wolves pulled a goal back a few minutes into the second half, which made the remainder of the game more nervy than it should have been. Substitute Conor Bradley made a superb block in the closing stages to prevent a Jhon Arias equaliser as Slot’s team continue to look susceptible at the back. Gregg Evans and James Pearce dissect the game.

Dominik Szoboszlai will not play for Liverpool today in the match against Wolves. The Hungarian midfielder is not injured, but he is suspended, which rules him out for today’s game. In his place, Federico Chiesa will start his first Premier League game at Anfield.

Santiago Bueno converted from a corner shortly after the break to set up a tense second half for Liverpool as Wolves sought to end their 11-match losing run, but the Reds anxiously battled their way to three crucial points and a fourth straight victory in all competitions.

Liverpool host Wolves in the Premier League this afternoon and both teams have now confirmed their lineups for the clash at Anfield. Arne Slot's side will hope to continue their unbeaten run, having turned things around this month after a dismal end to November.

Liverpool labored to a 2-1 win against Wolves at Anfield on Saturday, as Florian Wirtz bagged his first goal for Liverpool and it turned out to be the winner. Ryan Gravenberch gave Liverpool a deserved lead just before half time and just over a minute later Wirtz made it 2-0 amid huge celebrations at Anfield.

Liverpool moved into the top four with a nervy 2-1 victory over rock-bottom Wolverhampton Wanderers, who have set the record for the longest winless start to a Premier League season following their latest defeat.

There are not many January must-wins in the Premier League but a loser of Wolves vs West Ham would feel lower than low.