Liverpool vs Newcastle United: Latest Team News
Liverpool continues to deal with significant player absences as they prepare for their upcoming matches. Key players like Conor Bradley, Stefan Bajcetic, and Jayden Danns remain sidelined, impacting the team’s depth.
Liverpool Injury Updates
Alexander Isak and Giovanni Leoni are also among the long-term absentees for Liverpool. Isak, who underwent surgery in December, is still in recovery. His progress has been slow; he is just now out of a walker and not yet training on the pitch. Coach Slot has indicated that Isak will not return to training in the immediate future.
Recent Matches
Liverpool’s performance in their latest match showcased the team’s strengths despite the injuries. They achieved a decisive 6-0 victory against Qarabag on January 28. The starting lineup featured:
- Alisson
- Frimpong
- Gravenberch
- Van Dijk
- Robertson
- Szoboszlai
- Mac Allister
- Wirtz
- Gakpo
- Salah
- Ekitike
Newcastle United’s Current Situation
On the other side, Newcastle faced Paris Saint-Germain on the same day, where they played to a 1-1 draw. Their lineup included:
- Pope
- Thiaw
- Botman
- Burn
- Miley
- Ramsey
- Tonali
- Hall
- Elanga
- Willock
- Woltemade
Both teams are navigating through challenging periods with injuries impacting their squad selections. As Liverpool prepares for their next fixtures, they hope to maximize their current roster while managing the injuries effectively.
