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5 Bold Predictions For Liverpool vs. West Ham In EPL Week 23

5 Bold Predictions For Liverpool vs. West Ham In EPL Week 23

5 Bold Predictions for Liverpool vs. West Ham in EPL Week 23
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In a matchup with serious implications near the top of the table, West Ham takes on a surging Liverpool squad that has hopes of playing in the UEFA Champions League next season. One of the teams will continue their push for a top four finish, while the other may be headed for an uneventful mid-table finish. Here are five bold predictions for the contest.

5. Alex Song Will Dominate Midfield

5. Alex Song will dominate the midfield
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5. Alex Song Will Dominate Midfield

5. Alex Song will dominate the midfield
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In his return to the Premier League, Alex Song has found the form that had eluded him during his time at FC Barcelona. West Ham should consider themselves lucky that he was not called up by Cameroon for the African Cup of Nations. Look for Song to control the midfield for West Ham.

4. Lazar Markovic Continues To Improve

4. Lazar Markovic continues to improve for the Reds
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4. Lazar Markovic Continues To Improve

4. Lazar Markovic continues to improve for the Reds
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Early on, Lazar Markovic struggled to adapt to the physical nature of the Barclays Premier League. However, it appears that the young Serb is adjusting to life in England. The striker finally scored in the Premier League and has looked a constant threat for Liverpool. Look for Markovic to continue to improve for the Reds.

3. Steven Gerrard Hits the Back of the Net For the Reds

3. Steven Gerrard hits the back of the net for the Reds
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3. Steven Gerrard Hits the Back of the Net For the Reds

3. Steven Gerrard hits the back of the net for the Reds
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Ever since Steven Gerrard announced that he would not be returning to Liverpool next season, the captain has been playing some inspired soccer for the Reds. Gerrard will turn back the clock in this matchup and carry Liverpool with a pair of goals against the Hammers.

2. Andy Carroll Extends His Scoring Streak To Three

2. Andy Carroll extends his scoring streak to three
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2. Andy Carroll Extends His Scoring Streak To Three

2. Andy Carroll extends his scoring streak to three
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Andy Carroll will not have fond memories as he makes his return to Anfield. However, he has recently experienced a career revival with West Ham. Carroll has scored in his past two Premier League contests. Look for him to punish his former team with a goal for the Hammers and extend his scoring streak to three games.

1. Brendan Rodgers Leads Liverpool To Another Victory

1. Brendan Rodgers leads Liverpool to another victory
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1. Brendan Rodgers Leads Liverpool To Another Victory

1. Brendan Rodgers leads Liverpool to another victory
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After the first half of the season, fans were doubting Brendan Rodgers and his ability to lead Liverpool. However, Liverpool has only suffered one loss in their last ten Premier League contests. Look for Liverpool's surge up the table to continue as the Reds get an important victory over a tough West Ham squad.

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