Liverpool are back in Champions League action tonight as they open their European campaign against Atletico Madrid at a packed Anfield stadium.
Manager Andoni Iraola has made two changes from the side that convincingly beat Ipswich Town 2-0 in their most recent Premier League fixture.
Alisson Becker retains his spot in goal as Liverpool’s first-choice goalkeeper continues to anchor the backline for this high-profile European night.
Ronald Araujo has been rewarded with a starting berth at right-back following an impressive showing against Ipswich, with Jeremie Frimpong dropping to the bench.
Jeremy Jacquet has been named alongside Virgil van Dijk at the heart of Liverpool’s defence, forming the central partnership for the Champions League opener.
Milos Kerkez keeps his place at left-back, edging out Kostas Tsimikas who is available as a substitute option should Iraola need to make changes.
Alexis MacAllister and Dominic Szoboszlai both start in midfield, meaning Ryan Gravenberch must once again settle for a spot among the substitutes.
Gravenberch’s continued absence from the starting line-up will raise questions, though Iraola appears confident in his current midfield selection for European competition.
Florian Wirtz lines up in the attacking midfield role, with the German international looking to build on a solid display from his most recent outing.
Wirtz will be central to Liverpool’s creative ambitions tonight, tasked with unlocking an Atletico Madrid defence that is renowned for its resilience and organisation.
The Champions League represents a significant stage for this Liverpool squad, and a strong home performance at Anfield could set the tone for their European campaign.
All eyes will be on Anfield as Iraola’s side look to make a winning start and send an early statement of intent to the rest of the competition.