Premier League 2025-2026: Liverpool-Sunderland, the likely lineups

Liverpool receives Sunderland in the midweek Premier League round. Kickoff at 8:45 p.m. at Anfield. After a complicated period, the Reds have regained victory with West Ham and want to confirm at home to return to the European zone. However, they will have to reckon with the surprising newly promoted side, capable so far of settling in the left side of the standings.

Slot is expected to revive Salah from the first minute: the Egyptian should act in the three-quarter together with Gakpo and Wirtz, forming the support line for the only forward Isak. Midfield dike formed by Gravenberch and Mac Allister, defense headed by Van Dijk.

No revolution for Le Bris, who should confirm his proven 5-4-1. In the middle of the field there is still room for Traoré, Xhaka, Sadiki and former Roma man Le Fée, with Isidor the only offensive reference. Only the injured Diarra and Alese are absent.

Probable lineups

Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Mamardashvili; Szoboszlai, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo; Isak. Coach: Slot.

Sunderland (5-4-1): Roefs; Hume, Mukiele, Ballard, Geertruida, Mandava; Traore, Xhaka, Sadiki, Le Fee; Isidor. Coach: Le Bris.

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