Liverpool’s manager Arne Slot will line up in a 4-2-3-1 for the City Ground clash, with Alisson, Konate and Van Dijk anchoring the back three. Right‑back Dominik Szoboszlai and left‑back Milos Kerkez will push forward, while midfield will be anchored by Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch. The front three of Cody Gakpo, Florian Wirtz and Mohamed Salah will support Hugo Ekitike, who is expected to spearhead the attack.
The Reds come into the game on the back of a 3-0 win over Brighton, keeping a clean sheet and boosting morale. Alexander Isak remains sidelined with a long‑term injury, and Federico Chiesa will be on the bench as a late‑game option.