On Tuesday, Liverpool takes on Real Madrid in a crucial matchday four fixture of the UEFA Champions League. Both of these clubs have started the season with two wins each.
After suffering two consecutive losses, Liverpool managed to bounce back with a 2-0 victory over Aston Villa on Saturday. Goals from Ryan Gravenberch and Mohamed Salah helped the Reds move up to third place in the league.
After losing to Galatasaray in the previous matchday, Slot’s team was able to bounce back with a resounding 5-1 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt. They’re currently 10th in the league with six points from three games.
Xabi Alonso’s Real Madrid was able to maintain its position at the top of the league after defeating Valencia 4-0. Goals from Kylian Mbappe, Jude Bellingham, and Alvaro Carreras helped the Blancos win their 11th match of the season.
The impressive start of the European season by the record-breaking 15th Champions League champions has been attributed to the quality of the teams in the region. One of five clubs to win their first three matches was Real Madrid, which defeated Juventus 1-0 on matchday three.
Head-to-Head: Liverpool vs. Real Madrid
- In November 2024, Liverpool defeated Real Madrid at home, winning by two goals. The match was part of the Reds’ impressive run during that period.
- Since 2010, Real Madrid had not lost to Liverpool in any of their eight meetings. The victories in these encounters included the Champions League final in 2018 and 2022.
- The teams have faced off against each other 12 times, with Madrid winning seven of these encounters, while Liverpool claimed four victories.
Liverpool vs Real Madrid prediction
Despite the struggles that Liverpool has experienced during the start of the season, Madrid has been able to maintain its positive results by winning its last six matches.
Although they have a comfortable lead over their rivals, Alonso’s men won’t be able to take advantage of their last encounter at Anfield. With that in mind, Madrid is considered to be the team to beat in both the La Liga and the Champions League.
Liverpool Team News
- Arne Slot made a conscious effort to simplify his lineup choices the other day, and it resulted in a vastly improved performance by Alexis MacAllister in midfield.
- With Alisson and Alexander Isak unavailable, Giorgi Mamardashvili and Hugo Ekitike are expected to deputize.
- Due to the absence of Jeremie Frimpong at right-back, Milos Kerkez will likely be given more playing time behind Andrew Robertson.
Real Madrid Team News
- In an effort to make his lineup more flexible, Arne Slot decided to simplify his selections. This resulted in a more impressive performance by midfielder Alexis MacAllister.
- Due to the absence of Alexander Isak and Alisson, Hugo Eke and Giorgi Mamardashvili are expected to start.
- Due to the absence of fullback Jeremie Frimpong, it is likely that Milos Kerkez gets more playing time.
Liverpool vs. Real Madrid Lineups
We expect the two teams to line up at Anfield tonight. Trent Alexander-Arnold is back in the Real Madrid lineup after being replaced by Xabi Alonso in recent matches, while Florian Wirtz is not included for Liverpool.
Liverpool predicted lineup to play Real Madrid
(4-2-3-1) Mamardashvili (GK) — Bradley, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson — Gravenberch, Mac Allister — Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo — Ekitike
Real Madrid predicted lineup to play Liverpool
(4-3-3) Courtois (GK) — Valverde, Militao, Huijsen, Carreras — Valverde, Tchouameni, Bellingham — Guler, Mbappe, Vinicius
