Predicted Liverpool starting XI: Klopp to make two changes; 24-year-old dropped – originally posted on Sportslens.com
Liverpool will take on Real Madrid in the do-or-die Champions League clash on Wednesday night at Anfield.
The Reds suffered a 3-1 defeat in the first leg, and the task won’t be easy to overcome the deficit as Liverpool aim to take part in their third European Cup semi-final under Jurgen Klopp.
Without fans at Anfield, Liverpool have struggled for inspiration this season. However, their lastest 2-1 victory at home, where Trent Alexander-Arnold scored the winner in injury time, have lifted the morale ahead of this crucial Champions League tie.
They have a mountain to climb. However, the Reds are well capable of causing an upset, having defeated Barcelona 4-0 at Anfield after going 3-0 down in the first leg at Camp Nou two seasons back.
Liverpool need to score an early goal to get the momentum going, while at the same time, they need to control the midfield as well. Thiago Alcantara is likely to start in place of James Milner.
Sadio Mane hasn’t been at his best in recent weeks, but he is one player who can wreak havoc if he gets going. Plus, he puts in a lot of defensive shifts, and provide support to Andy Robertson at left-back,
Diogo Jota, 24, has been in excellent form, but he is likely to make way for Mane.
Predicted Liverpool starting line-up (4-3-3): Alisson, Kabak, Robertson, Phillips, Alexander-Arnold, Fabinho, Wijnaldum, Thiago, Mane, Firmino, Salah.
In other news, check Champions League results and highlights from Tuesday’s matches.