The fixture list has not been kind to Jurgen Klopp. The last thing the German needs is Tottenham Hotspur's visit to Anfield. With Liverpool struggling to find any rhythm, Spurs present a huge test in front of the Kop.
Mauricio Pochettino's side have a growing authority while Liverpool's campaign is in danger of falling apart. Doubt and fear are beginning to swirl around Merseyside. Klopp, who overachieved so brilliantly in the first half of the season, needs to stop the rot.
Tottenham are strong where Liverpool are weak. Klopp can only envy the consistency of Hugo Lloris in goal.