Liverpool is set to welcome Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) to Anfield for the highly anticipated second leg of the Champions League Round-of-16 on Tuesday, March 11. The match promises to be a thrilling encounter as both teams vie for a place in the quarter-finals.
In the first leg, Liverpool secured a narrow victory with a score of 1-0, providing them with a slight advantage heading into this crucial home fixture. The Reds will be looking to leverage the intimidating atmosphere of Anfield, which has historically been a fortress for the team. Meanwhile, PSG, who have dominated the Ligue 1 this season, will need to elevate their performance to overcome the challenges posed by Liverpool on their home turf.
Kick-off Time
The match is scheduled to kick off at 8:00 PM UK time, which translates to 12:00 PM Pacific Time and 5:00 PM Eastern Time.
Broadcast Information
In the United Kingdom, fans can catch the live coverage of the match on Prime Video, which will begin at 6:30 PM GMT. For viewers in the United States, the game will be available for streaming on Paramount+.
Team News and Expected Line-ups
In the first leg, it was substitutes Harvey Elliott and Darwin Nunez who made an impact, contributing to Liverpool's solid performance. Manager Arne Slot is likely to field a lineup similar to that of the first match in Paris.
Liverpool has reported no new injury concerns following their recent victory over Southampton. However, Cody Gakpo remains a doubt due to an ongoing ankle issue, although he has returned to training, which is a positive sign ahead of the match. Gakpo’s potential return could be crucial, especially with the Carabao Cup final approaching.
Key players such as Andy Robertson, Diogo Jota, and Alexis Mac Allister are expected to make their return to the squad, while Dominik Szoboszlai is anticipated to start in midfield over Curtis Jones.
For PSG, manager Luis Enrique had the luxury of resting several key players, including Kvaratskhelia, Dembele, Vitinha, Achraf Hakimi, and Nuno Mendes, during their 4-1 win against Rennes on Saturday. These players are expected to re-enter the starting eleven for the crucial clash at Anfield. Additionally, Goncalo Ramos could provide a more traditional striker option, while Kvaratskhelia, Dembele, and Barcola might lead the attack.
Predicted Line-ups
Liverpool's Expected XI:
- Goalkeeper: Alisson
- Defenders: Alexander-Arnold, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson
- Midfielders: Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai
- Forwards: Salah, Jota, Diaz
PSG's Expected XI:
- Goalkeeper: Donnarumma
- Defenders: Hakimi, Marquinhos, Beraldo, Mendes
- Midfielders: Vitinha, Ruiz, Neves
- Forwards: Kvaratskhelia, Dembele, Barcola
As both teams prepare for this decisive encounter, it is clear that PSG will need to deliver their best performance of the season to mount a comeback at Anfield. With both squads boasting immense talent and depth, fans can expect a captivating match filled with high stakes and thrilling football.
Zainab Y.
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