Liverpool faces a challenging task against PSG in the Champions League, trailing 2-0 from the first leg. PSG aims to secure their semi-final spot after a weekend of preparation.
Liverpool vs PSG â Match preview and team news
Liverpool face a massive rescue mission as they welcome Champions League holders Paris Saint-Germain to Anfield tonight.
Arne Slotâs men trail the quarter finals 2-0 following a difficult first leg at the Parc des Princes. Goals from DĂ©sirĂ© DouĂ© and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia have given the Parisians a significant advantage. However, the Reds remain the reigning Premier League champions and possess a storied history of European comebacks. They recently boosted domestic morale with a 2-0 victory over Fulham at the weekend.
Paris Saint-Germain arrive on Merseyside looking to protect their lead and reach the semi-finals. Luis Enriqueâs side was granted a football-free weekend by Ligue 1 to prepare for this trip. They have won both previous two-legged ties between these two clubs in European competition. Nevertheless, they must navigate the unique atmosphere of a knockout night under the Anfield floodlights.
Arne Slot is likely to welcome Alexander Isak back into the starting eleven for this crucial clash. Curtis Jones is a major doubt after sustaining a groin injury against Fulham. However, he did participate in training on Monday afternoon at the AXA Training Centre. Stefan Bajcetic, Alisson Becker, and Conor Bradley remain among the definite absentees. Rio Ngumoha could also feature after scoring his first senior goal last weekend.
Bradley Barcola has returned to the squad after recovering from an ankle injury. Luis Enrique will assess his fitness after training to determine his involvement. Fabian Ruiz and Quentin Ndjantou are the only confirmed absentees for the visitors. Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Nuno Mendes must avoid bookings to prevent a semi-final suspension. Achraf Hakimi is set to make his 55th appearance in the competition today.
The Reds have shown significant attacking threat at home recently, scoring 15 goals in five games. Despite this, they have lost four Champions League matches this season. This matches their joint-highest total in a single European campaign. Notably, they have underperformed their expected goals by 3.8 in the competition. Slot will hope the Anfield factor inspires another legendary comeback tonight.
PSG are currently enjoying a five-match winning streak across all competitions. They lead the tournament for goals scored, total shots, and touches in the box. The Parisians have also kept clean sheets in each of their last three away games. Furthermore, they overperformed their expected goals by 8.4 during this campaign. They aim to become only the third side to win consecutive away games at Anfield.
Liverpool Predicted XI (4-3-3): Mamardashvili; Frimpong, Konaté, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Wirtz; Ekitiké
Paris Saint-Germain Predicted XI (4-3-3): Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Zaïre-Emery, Vitinha, Neves; Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Amazon Prime Video. Coverage begins at 18:30 BST.
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Liverpool is currently trailing PSG 2-0 after the first leg.
Désiré Doué and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia scored the goals for PSG in the first leg.
Liverpool secured a 2-0 victory over Fulham in their last match before facing PSG.
PSG holds a 2-0 lead from the first leg and has had a weekend off to prepare for the match.
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