Champions League: Liverpool & Leverkusen Team News - Who's In, Who's Out?
So, the big day is finally here - Champions League action! Liverpool are taking on Bayer Leverkusen, and let's be honest, we're all eager to see if the Reds can keep their winning streak going. But before we get carried away with the excitement, let's take a look at who's in and who's out for both teams.
Liverpool: A Few Concerns, But No Major Worries
For Liverpool, things are looking pretty good. They've got a strong squad and, thankfully, no major injuries. However, there are a few players who are still a question mark going into the match.
Alisson Becker is still recovering from a shoulder injury, so he's likely out. This means we'll probably see Caoimhin Kelleher between the sticks. Don't be surprised if Adrian is also on the bench, just in case.
There's also some uncertainty around Ibrahima Konate. He's been carrying a knock, so he might not be ready for a full 90 minutes.
Otherwise, the rest of the squad seems good to go! We're hoping to see Mohamed Salah back in his usual goalscoring form, and we're all excited to see what Darwin Nunez can do.
Leverkusen: Key Players Out, But Still a Threat
For Leverkusen, things are a bit trickier. They've got some key players out with injuries. Patrik Schick is out for a while with a knee injury, which is a huge blow for them.
Florian Wirtz is also still recovering from his ACL injury, so he's definitely out. This means Leverkusen will be missing two of their most important attacking players.
Even without these guys, Leverkusen are still a dangerous team. Jeremie Frimpong is a real threat down the right flank, and Moussa Diaby can cause havoc with his pace and skill.
However, with their key attacking players out, they'll need to find a way to create chances against Liverpool's strong defense.
The Bottom Line: A Tight Encounter?
Overall, it's a tight match on paper. Liverpool have the advantage in terms of squad depth, but Leverkusen are no pushovers. This match could be a close one, and it will be interesting to see who can come out on top.
Stay tuned for the latest updates as we get closer to the match!