Liverpool vs Crystal Palace – Confirmed lineups
Liverpool host Crystal Palace in their first Premier League game of the season at Anfield.
The Reds were held to a disappointing 3-3 draw by Watford FC last weekend. Liverpool were 3-2 ahead going into injury time but conceded a last minute goal.
Jurgen Klopp’s side did however record a 2-1 win over Hoffenheim in the UEFA Champions League on Tuesday evening.
Palace meanwhile suffered a shock 3-0 defeat at home against the newly promoted Huddersfield. The Eagles will be hoping to bounce back this weekend.
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Crystal Palace are without their star winger Wilfried Zaha after he suffered a knee injury last weekend.
Meanwhile, Liverpool are without their star playmaker Philippe Coutinho. The Brazil international handed in his transfer request last weekend and has been struggling with a back injury.
Adam Lallana also misses today’s encounter with Palace. The England international is expected to miss a significant portion of the season due to an injury suffered during pre-season training.
Liverpool v Crystal Palace – Confirmed lineups:
Liverpool starting XI: Mignolet, Gomez, Matip, Klavan, Robertson, Henderson, Milner, Wijnaldum, Mane, Firmino, Sturridge.
Subs: Karius, Lovren, Flanagan, Can, Salah, Solanke, Origi
Crystal Palace starting XI: Hennessey, Tomkins, Dann, Fosu Mensah, Ward, Wilivojevic, Puncheon, Van Aanholt, Townsend, Loftus Cheek, Benteke
