Liverpool FC and Paris Saint-Germain have officially announced their starting lineups for the highly anticipated UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash at Anfield.
With a place in the semi-finals at stake, both teams have made key decisions—most notably the continued absence of Mohamed Salah from Liverpool’s starting XI.
⚽ Match Context
PSG come into the game with a strong advantage after securing a 2-0 victory in the first leg, thanks to goals from Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia.
While the French side have had a full week to prepare, Liverpool arrive with momentum after a 2-0 Premier League win over Fulham.
🔴 Liverpool Starting XI
Manager Arne Slot has made several changes, with Salah once again named among the substitutes.
Starting lineup:
- Mamardashvili
- Frimpong, Virgil van Dijk, Konaté, Kerkez
- Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai
- Ekitike, Wirtz, Isak
Substitutes include:
Salah, Chiesa, Jones, Gakpo, Robertson, among others.
Liverpool are also dealing with injuries to key players, including goalkeeper Alisson Becker.
🔵 PSG Starting XI
PSG manager Luis Enrique has opted for consistency, naming an unchanged starting XI from the first leg.
Starting lineup:
- Safonov
- Achraf Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes
- Zaïre-Emery, Vitinha, Neves
- Doue, Ousmane Dembele, Kvaratskhelia
Winger Bradley Barcola returns to the squad but starts on the bench as he continues recovery from injury.
🔍 Key Talking Point: Salah Benched Again
One of the biggest surprises remains Salah’s absence from the starting lineup for the second consecutive match against PSG.
The decision has sparked debate among fans, especially given his importance to Liverpool’s attack in crucial matches.
🔥 What’s at Stake
With PSG holding a two-goal advantage, Liverpool face a tough challenge at Anfield. The winner of this tie will move on to face either Real Madrid or Bayern Munich in the semi-finals.
⚡ Final Thoughts
All eyes will be on whether Liverpool can stage a comeback—or if PSG will maintain their dominance and secure a place in the next round.
