Liverpool enters their UEFA Champions League matchup against Atletico Madrid with a four-game winning streak, though concerns linger about their overall competitiveness. The recent transfer window saw the addition of eight new players, including three forwards, adding to the uncertainty. They now face Atletico Madrid, who has also signed eight new players, setting the stage for a competitive clash.
Atletico Madrid, though seen as underdogs, has made significant changes to their squad with impactful new signings. Players like David Hancko, Matteo Ruggeri, Johnny Cardoso, Thiago Almada, and Nicolas Gonzalez are expected to strengthen the team under Diego Simeone. Antoine Griezmann will lead their attack as they start their Champions League campaign, but maintaining defensive reliability will be critical.
Liverpool comes into this match as the defending Premier League champions. Head coach Arne Slot must integrate several new attackers, as Florian Wirtz and Hugo Ekitike have received mixed reviews for their performances. Nonetheless, Mohamed Salah and Dominik Szoboszlai are anticipated to lead the team effectively.
Liverpool lineup vs Atletico Madrid
Liverpool will face Atletico Madrid without Curtis Jones in midfield, and Alexis Mac Allister will start on the bench. It will also be the official debut for Alexander Isak with Liverpool.
Dominik Szoboszlai of Liverpool
Liverpool’s lineup will be: Alisson Becker; Jeremie Frimpong, Ibrahima Konate, Virgil Van Dijk, Andy Robertson; Ryan Gravenberch, Dominik Szoboszlai; Mohamed Salah, Florian Wirtz, Cody Gakpo; Alexander Isak.
Atletico Madrid lineup vs Liverpool
Atletico Madrid heads into their Champions League opener missing key players. Head coach Diego Simeone will not have Julian Alvarez and Johnny Cardoso, who are typically part of his main squad, along with Thiago Almada, Alex Baena, and Jose Maria Gimenez.
Atletico’s lineup will include: Jan Oblak; Marcos Llorente, Robin Le Normand, Clement Lenglet, Javi Galan; Giuliano Simeone, Pablo Barrios, Conor Gallagher, Nico Gonzalez; Antoine Griezmann, Giacomo Raspadori.