Liverpool vs West Ham Team News and Predicted Lineup for February 28

Published: Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:30 am

Liverpool Faces West Ham in Crucial Premier League Clash

Liverpool is set to host West Ham United on February 28 in a Premier League match at Anfield. The upcoming game marks a return to league action for Liverpool, who are currently navigating a turbulent 2025/26 season. Despite facing challenges, including the loss of Diogo Jota and dealing with injuries and inconsistent form, the team remains in contention for a top-four finish.

Recent performances have shown improvement, with Liverpool advancing to the fifth round of the FA Cup. They also have a Champions League last-16 tie against Galatasaray scheduled for March 10.

In their last outing, Liverpool secured a victory against Nottingham Forest. The team, managed by Arne Slot, played in a 4-2-3-1 formation. The lineup included Alisson in goal, with a defense of Milos Kerkez, Virgil van Dijk, Ibrahima Konate, and Dominik Szoboszlai. The midfield comprised Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch, while Cody Gakpo, Curtis Jones, and Mohamed Salah supported Hugo Ekitike.

Regarding team news, manager Slot confirmed that Kerkez is available for selection. He also addressed the availability of Jeremie Frimpong, who is fit and available. However, Florian Wirtz will be unavailable, which the manager expressed as a disappointment. The extent of Wirtz's absence is currently unknown.

The predicted lineup for the West Ham match includes Alisson in goal, with Szoboszlai, Van Dijk, Gravenberch, Mac Allister, and Ekitike also expected to feature.

BNN's Perspective:

Liverpool's season has been a rollercoaster, and while the team has shown resilience, the absence of key players like Wirtz could impact their performance. Securing a win against West Ham is crucial to maintain their top-four aspirations. The team's ability to adapt and overcome these challenges will be key to their success.

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