Liverpool heartland test Atletico Madrid in a night of songs and transitions
Anfield hosts a Champions League night under the lights.
Kick off is 8pm BST and the crowd feels the old city tremor.
Atlético Madrid arrive with an injury list of five first team players.
Three more are ruled out by problems from Saturday’s Villarreal win.
Nevertheless, Diego Simeone warns he intends to bring the game to where they want it.
Liverpool sit top of the Premier League after four wins.
All four have come late, after the 80th minute, a sign of belief.
Arne Slot says Liverpool have exceeded his expectations in this start.
Alexander Isak is in the squad and could start on the bench.
The plan blends swift transitions with wide overloads that press from the wings.
Slot believes this squad can finish moves with late goals.
The clash is about the club soul not only the tactics.
For the fans the song stays the same through rain and this Champions League night.
Pundits might not hear this tune but the city does.
Liverpool feel ready to take the moment and not just chase it.
This is the soul of the club in motion.
TLDR:
- Liverpool lead the pack with late goals and belief in this rebuild.
- Atlético travel with injuries and a plan to press the game where they want.
- Alexander Isak could shape a pivotal night as Slot tests his new squad.
Alexander Isak
Liverpool