Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid – Predicted lineup and team news | OneFootball

Liverpool begin their Champions League campaign on Wednesday when they host Atletico Madrid at Anfield.

The Premier League champions are in excellent form, having won all four of their domestic fixtures this season. Their confidence will be further bolstered by a formidable 14-match winning streak at home in UEFA competition group stage clashes.

However, each of those four league victories has been secured with a goal in the final 10 minutes. This reliance on late goals will be put to the test against Diego Simeone’s Atletico Madrid, a side renowned for its defensive organisation and resilience.

Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid– Predicted lineup and team news

Liverpool team news

Manager Arne Slot has a fitness concern over midfielder Alexis Mac Allister, who is a doubt after sustaining a knock against Burnley.

With Curtis Jones also unavailable, Liverpool’s midfield options are stretched. However, the expected return of Jeremie Frimpong at right-back would allow Dominik Szoboszlai to move into his preferred central midfield role.

Elsewhere, record signing Alexander Isak will be named in the squad, but he is likely to start on the bench as he continues to build his match fitness. Arne Slot has confirmed Isak will be involved after being left out of the Premier League squad at the weekend.

Liverpool predicted Lineup

Liverpool predicted XI: Alisson; Frimpong, Konaté, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Szoboszlai; Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo; Ekitike.

When is Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid?

The Champions League fixture will be played at Anfield on Wednesday, 18 September 2025, with kick-off scheduled for 8:00 pm BST.

How to watch Liverpool vs Atletico Madrid?

The match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports in the UK, with coverage beginning at 7:00 pm BST.

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