Lineups Announced for Liverpool vs. Real Madrid Clash at Anfield
As Liverpool prepares to host Real Madrid at Anfield, both teams have announced their lineups for this highly anticipated clash. The match is set to kick off at 21:00 local time.
Form and Recent Performances
Real Madrid enters the match in impressive form, having secured 13 victories out of 14 games this season. Their only defeat came in a derby against Atlético Madrid. In contrast, Liverpool has faced challenges with consistency, suffering five losses in their last seven matches, including a recent 0-1 defeat to Galatasaray in the UEFA Champions League.
Injury Updates
- Alisson Becker
- Jeremie Frimpong
- Alexander Isak
Liverpool will be missing key players due to injuries. Giorgi Mamardashvili will take the goalkeeping role, while the attacking trio will consist of Mohamed Salah, Hugo Ekitike, and Florian Wirtz. Notably, Cody Gakpo will start on the bench, alongside Polish goalkeeper Kornel Miściur.
Real Madrid’s Key Players
Kylian Mbappé is expected to lead Real Madrid’s attack. The French striker has scored five goals in just three Champions League matches this season. He will partner with Vinicius Junior in the forward line.
Specific Lineups
Here are the confirmed lineups for the match:
Liverpool’s Starting XI:
- Giorgi Mamardashvili
- Bradley
- Virgil van Dijk
- Ibrahima Konaté
- Andrew Robertson
- Gravenberch
- Mac Allister
- Dominik Szoboszlai
- Mohamed Salah
- Hugo Ekitike
- Florian Wirtz
Real Madrid’s Starting XI:
- Thibaut Courtois
- Fede Valverde
- Eder Militão
- Huijsen
- Ander Carreras
- Aurélien Tchouaméni
- Eduardo Camavinga
- Güler
- Jude Bellingham
- Vinicius Junior
- Kylian Mbappé
This matchup promises to be exciting, with both teams looking to secure a critical win in the Champions League. Fans across the globe will be watching closely as these two football powerhouses collide at Anfield.
