Liverpool aim to entire their contemporary European miracle when they face Atalanta tonight (20.00 BST).
The Reds trail the Europa League quarter-final 3-0 on combination after a shock defeat at Anfield last week. Scarcely all of us anticipated Jurgen Klopp suffering such a sobering loss on their own patch – leaving them with a monumental mountain to climb.
But if there is a club succesful of producing comebacks then it’s Liverpool. It was once 5 years when the Reds reversed a three-goal deficit in opposition to Barcelona to reach the Champions League final – and would go on to win the trophy.
And in Klopp’s first season at Anfield, Liverpool also produced a fightback to beat Borussia Dortmund at the equal stage of the Europa League. However, this time the Reds have to flip the tables away from L4. They’ll have to get beyond Atalanta on their patch, which makes things even more difficult.
Klopp’s men head into the Bergamo showdown on the lower back of successive losses, having been defeated 1-0 by Crystal Palace in the Premier League. Improvements are required and the Liverpool boss will have plenty to give some thought to when it comes to his beginning line-up. Supporters will want to see the Reds go for the jugular however the chance of Atalanta also has to be nullified.
Ahead of the encounter, here’s the Liverpool team predicted.
1. GK – Alisson Becker
The No.1 goalkeeper back to motion closing weekend in opposition to Palace after two months out. Alisson was once on pre-match media duties, suggesting he will get the nod in advance of Caoimhin Kelleher.
2. RB – Trent Alexander-Arnold
Conor Bradley’s damage may also imply Alexander-Arnold starts offevolved a game than Liverpool might have desired however it is a big boost. He’ll be hoping to dictate from the outset.
3. CB – Joe Gomez
Ibrahima Konate has performed the past two games and may also require his minutes managed. Gomez has had few chances in his favoured position this season but his pace may want to be important to cease Atalanta counter-attacks.
4. CB – Virgil van Dijk
Liverpool’s captain has struggled in the past two games and desires to set the example if his aspect are to produce a comeback.
5. LB – Andy Robertson
The Scotland international used to be about the only player who became up towards Palace and has been in desirable form.
6. CM – Wataru Endo
The Japan international has seemed jaded incredibly of late but Liverpool will require his protective nous and metal to destroy up play.
7. CM – Alexis Mac Allister
Played ninety minutes in the previous six video games however Liverpool will need the creativity and guile he provides. Could seem to be to manage the recreation from deeper.
8. RW – Mo Salah
Been nowhere close to his best in the previous three video games and Liverpool need their talisman to produce.
9. AM – Diogo Jota
Came off the bench in the previous two games after spending eight weeks on the sidelines. Jota’s tenacity and penetrative runs may want to be crucial.
10. LW – Luis Diaz
Will be aiming to put Atalanta on the lower back foot and cease product from Diaz will be important.
11. ST – Cody Gakpo
Was one of the few players who got here out of last week’s loss to Atalanta with deposit and also precipitated issues off the bench towards Palace. Deserves a chance.
