Tactical Breakdown: Midtjylland 1-1 Liverpool
With Liverpool's qualification from the group stage of the Champions League settled prior to MatchDay 6, most fans were looking forward to a game with no significant consequences, in which they could put their feet up and enjoy the reigning Premier League champions' second team play against Danish champions, FC Midtjylland.
Liverpool set out in their usual 4-3-3. Kelleher retained the gloves, with Alisson still injured. Ahead of him was a back four of Alexander-Arnold, Fabinho, Williams and Tsmikas. The …
"I kept it quite close to my chest" - Alexander-Arnold on the build-up to his debut as Liverpool captain
Liverpool lad Trent Alexander-Arnold captained his boyhood team for the first time on Wednesday night as The Reds earned a point in Denmark.
The 22-year-old right-back wore the captain's armband in the absence of Jordan Henderson, James Milner and Virgil van Dijk.
Alexander-Arnold must have thought it was going to be a winning debut as captain after Mohamed Salah gave Liverpool the lead inside the first minute. However, FC Midtjylland showed that last week's 1-1 draw away to Atalanta was …
Liverpool Drew In Denmark
Liverpool drew their Champions League group stage campaign with a 1-1 draw away to Midtjylland.
An early Mohamed Salah gave the Reds the lead before the hosts levelled proceedings through an Alexander Scholz penalty.
More VAR drama ensued as Liverpool were denied what appeared a perfectly legitimate late winner through Takumi Minamino, but the video assistant referee -- mistaking Sadio Mane's arm for that of one of the hosts defenders -- disallowed the Japan international's goal for handball in the …
Will this be Liverpool's starting lineup to face FC Midtjylland tonight in the Champions League?
Liverpool will see out their Champions League group with a final fixture in Denmark tonight against FC Midtjylland. What starting eleven will Jürgen Klopp go with?
It's a rare opportunity for Klopp to rest most of his key players - those that are still currently fit, that is.
Young goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher is likely to continue between the sticks as Alisson Becker continues his rehabilitation. The Brazilian number 1 could be back in time for Liverpool's trip to Fulham on …
Klopp gives squad update as Reds prepare for Champions League trip to Denmark
Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp gave an update on the general fitness of the first-team squad as The Reds prepare to face FC Midtjylland on Wednesday.
As it turns out, there was not much to report. This season, that has to be good news as we, as Liverpool fans, have become so accustomed to hearing of another injury to a first-team player after nearly every game.
Klopp was speaking in his pre-game press conference. He was asked for a general squad …
FC Midtjylland vs Liverpool Preview - Final group game presents opportunity for squad players to impress Klopp
THE DETAILS
Venue - Arena Herning, Herning
Referee - Francois Letexier (FRA)
Date & Time - Wednesday, December 9th 2020 @ 17:55
Current Odds - FC Midtjylland 5/2, Draw 14/5, Liverpool 1/1
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With crowds gradually returning to games around Europe, it's possible that Anfield could be in for some more memorable European nights between now and May. Wednesday evening, Liverpool have the opportunity to give some game-time to more of the fringe players in the squad.
The group is …
Update on the fitness of Liverpool's Fabinho and Jordan Henderson
Liverpool's injury woes continued last night as The Reds suffered more bad luck during their 2-0 Champions League win over FC Midtjylland.
Jürgen Klopp's Reds had to remain patient before second-half goals from Diogo Jota and Mohamed Salah (penalty) sealed the three points. However, the victory came at a price as Liverpool's makeshift centre-half Fabinho limped off after just 30 minutes.
The Brazil international was replaced by 19-year-old Rhys Williams who had less than two minutes of Champions League experience …
Will this be Liverpool's lineup to face FC Midtjylland tonight at Anfield?
Liverpool welcome Danish club FC Midtjylland to Anfield tonight as Jürgen Klopp's side looks to make it two wins from two in the Champions League.
The Reds won 1-0 away to Ajax in their opening group game last week while Midtjylland went down to a heavy 4-0 defeat at home to Serie A side Atalanta.
Let's have a look at how Liverpool's starting eleven might look for this game.
Alisson Becker returned between the sticks for the 2-1 win over …
Liverpool vs FC Midtjylland Preview - Danish side arrive at Anfield for first meeting between the clubs
THE DETAILS
Venue - Anfield, Liverpool
Referee - Pawel Raczkowski
Date & Time - Tuesday, October 27th 2020 @ 20:00
Current Odds - Liverpool 1/9, Draw 17/2, FC Midtjylland 20/1
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Liverpool welcome FC Midtjylland to Anfield this Tuesday as The Reds look to continue their winning start to their Champions League campaign. It's the first-ever meeting between the clubs and Jürgen Klopp's side will be hoping for a convincing win on a night the boss is likely to use all …