Liverpool need to be at their best to beat PSG in the second leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinal on Tuesday night.
The pressure is on Arne Slot’s side to turn around a two-goal deficit if they are to book a place in the semis. Desire Doue and Kvicha Kvaratshkeilia were both on target as the French giants secured a crucial first leg victory.
Liverpool, the six-time European champions, were convincing in a 2-0 win against Fulham at the weekend. PSG on the other hand have had a week to rest since the first leg at the Parc des Princes.
The record French league winners were given the weekend off to fully prepare for a potential third consecutive semifinal appearance.
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Liverpool snapped a three-game losing streak to beat Fulham, and they need to keep up the momentum to win by two clear goals here.
Can the Premier League champions turn this around or will PSG finish the job here? We have a look at all key details and offer our predicted outcome.
What time does Liverpool vs PSG start?
The match kicks off at 10PM E.A.T at Anfield.
Liverpool vs PSG team news
Number one goalkeeper Alisson remains injured and is joined by Curtis Jones on the sidelines. Giorgi Marmadashvili will start in goal.
Mohamed Salah will definitely start here, in which could possibly be his last ever Champions League game for Liverpool. Florian Wirtz and Cody Gakpo will also feature in the starting XI.
Hugo Ekitike has scored four CL goals this season and will lead the attacking line.
The visiting PSG will have to do without the services of Bradley Barcola who has a minor injury.
The rest of the side is expected to remain unchanged from the first leg.
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Liverpool vs PSG head-to-head and current form
The reds form has been inconsistent and have lost three of their last five games ahead of this clash. Slot’s side have conceded eight goals in that run.
They face a red-hot PSG side who have won all of their last five games – scoring a staggering 17 goals in the process.
The French giants also have a slight advantage in the last five matches played against Liverpool. PSG have won three of the last five and lost the other two.
Current form:
Liverpool – WLLLW
PSG – WWWWW
Liverpool vs PSG previous games
Liverpool vs PSG prediction
Goals can be a great wagering option in this game – there has never been a goalless affair in the history of this fixture.
With Liverpool’s home advantage, they could edge the game on the day but it may not be enough to qualify.
Prediction – Over 2.5 goals – CLICK HERE TO PLACE YOUR BET ON THIS GAME!