Liverpool enter the match on the back of two consecutive victories, including a 6‑3 win over LASK and a 2‑1 triumph against Atlético Madrid, demonstrating an attacking potency that has driven their early European form. Securing a win here would keep the Reds firmly in control of their group campaign.
Villarreal arrive following a 3‑1 victory over Napoli, rebounding from a loss to Borussia Dortmund. The turnaround performance suggests the Yellow Submarine can recover well after setbacks, and three points at Anfield would represent a significant statement for manager Iñigo Pérez.
Projected Liverpool line‑up
Andoni Iraola is expected to field his side in a 4‑2‑3‑1 system. Central midfield will be anchored by Ryan Gravenberch and Jérémy Jacquet, while Florian Wirtz operates as the creative hub behind lone striker Lewis Koumas. Bradley Barcola and Rio Ngumoha provide width, and Treymaurice Nyoni offers depth in attack. Virgil Van Dijk pairs with Joe Gómez in central defence, delivering a settled defensive foundation ahead of Alisson Becker.
Liverpool’s starting XI (4‑2‑3‑1): Alisson Becker; Joe Gómez, Virgil Van Dijk, Jérémy Jacquet, Kostas Tsimikas; Ryan Gravenberch, Florian Wirtz; Treymaurice Nyoni, Lewis Koumas, Bradley Barcola, Rio Ngumoha. Manager: Andoni Iraola.
Projected Villarreal line‑up
Iñigo Pérez is anticipated to line Villarreal up in a straightforward 4‑4‑2. The attack will be led by Gerard Moreno and Georges Mikautadze, supported by central midfielders Santi Comesaña and Pape Gueye, while Alberto Moleiro and Nathan Saliba drift wide to supply the forwards. In defence, Renato Veiga and Pau Navarro anchor the back line, complemented by Santiago Mouriño and Luíz Júnior, aiming to organise against Liverpool’s attacking movement.
Villarreal’s starting XI (4‑4‑2): Luíz Júnior, Santiago Mouriño, Pau Navarro, Renato Veiga, Carlos Romero; Nathan Saliba, Santi Comesaña, Pape Gueye, Alberto Moleiro; Gerard Moreno, Georges Mikautadze. Manager: Iñigo Pérez.
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