Liverpool is set to host Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield for the second leg of the Champions League quarter-finals this Tuesday.
In the first leg held at Parc des Princes last Wednesday, the Reds suffered a 2-0 defeat, putting their aspirations for a semi-final spot in jeopardy.
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Recently, Liverpool secured a vital 2-0 victory over Fulham in the Premier League on Saturday, breaking a three-match losing streak. However, they will need a significant improvement on Tuesday if they hope to advance.
During their match in France, Liverpool relied heavily on goalkeeper Giorgi Mamardashvili’s exceptional performance and the missed chances from PSG to avoid a more considerable loss.
Manager Arne Slot will need to devise a strategy that enhances Liverpool’s offensive play while minimizing defensive vulnerabilities. A return to the favored 4-2-3-1 formation could be beneficial, allowing him to field Mohamed Salah and Rio Ngumoha as wingers.
Utilizing Salah and Ngumoha could create width, potentially limiting the forward runs of PSG’s full-backs Achraf Hakimi and Nuno Mendes.
PSG come into this match refreshed after their Ligue 1 clash with Lens was postponed. They triumphed during their last visit to Liverpool and could capitalize on the Reds’ anticipated attacking strategy.
Players like Ousmane Dembele, Desire Doue, and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia could pose significant threats during counter-attacks.
PSG must avoid letting Liverpool dominate possession, as an early goal for the hosts could shift the momentum in their favor.
Team News
Liverpool will be without Curtis Jones, who is sidelined due to an injury from the match against Fulham. He joins Alisson Becker, Wataru Endo, Conor Bradley, and Giovanni Leoni on the injury list.
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In contrast, PSG has been bolstered by Bradley Barcola’s return to training, leaving only Fabian Ruiz and Quentin Ndjantou as their injury concerns.
Predicted Line-ups
Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Giorgi Mamardashvili, Jeremie Frimpong, Ibrahima Konate, Virgil van Dijk, Milos Kerkez, Ryan Gravenberch, Dominic Szoboszlai, Florian Wirtz, Rio Ngumoha, Mohamed Salah, Hugo Ekitike.
PSG (4-3-3): Matvey Safonov, Nuno Mendes, Willian Pacho, Marquinhos, Achraf Hakimi, Joao Neves, Vitinha, Warren Zaire-Emery, Desire Doue, Ousmane Dembele, Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
Prediction
We anticipate PSG to secure a 3-1 victory.