Focus turns to the famous stadium as two European heavyweights prepare to lock horns in the initial phase of the prestigious tournament.
Starting Lineups
Both teams have been revealed just before the match start.
The Reds: Alisson, the right-back, Konate, their captain, Robertson, Szoboszlai, Gravenberch, Salah, the playmaker, the forward, the new signing. Substitutes: Mamardashvili, the goalie, Gomez, Endo, the Argentine, Bradley, Leoni, Ngumoha, Danns, Kerkez, the striker.
Atletico Madrid: Oblak, the versatile player, Le Normand, Lenglet, the left-back, the midfielder, the young talent, Gallagher, the winger, Raspadori, Griezmann. Bench: Musso, Esquivel, the forward, Martin, Molina, the talent, Seidu, the youngster, Ruggeri, Hancko, the experienced head.
Referee: the Italian referee (from Italy).
Background
The Merseyside club come into this game having won all record in the Premier League, while Atletico have had a patchy start in La Liga.
The Swedish striker is handed a debut for Liverpool, though reports suggest he probably can’t last the full 90 minutes. The manager made clear the importance of getting points in a challenging group with teams like Frankfurt, the Italian giants, Los Blancos, and PSV.
Diego Simeone’s team will be without important figures due to injury, which could affect their display in this match.
Head Coach Views
The Dutch manager noted pleasure at how his squad opening matches, however he highlighted that improvements are necessary as they begin Champions League action.
“In my view the team is surpassing what I anticipated after the transfer window,” Slot stated.
Diego Simeone, famous for his pragmatic approach, indicated that the visitors aim to dictate the tempo and bring it into areas that can succeed.
Anticipated Encounter
This meeting is set to be a tactical battle with two opposing philosophies of football. The home side’s offense meets a stern test versus their opponent’s typically organized backline.
With both teams eager to start their European campaign strongly, fans can expect an intense 90 minutes on Merseyside.
