Liverpool F.C. vs Bayer Leverkusen: Liverpool will host Bayer Leverkusen at Anfield this Tuesday, marking a special reunion for Leverkusen’s manager, Xabi Alonso, who returns to face his former club. Both teams remain unbeaten in the Champions League so far, making this an exciting matchup as Liverpool looks to continue their strong form.
Current Form and Team News
Liverpool has had an impressive run this season, winning three out of three games in the Champions League. Over the weekend, they showed resilience by coming from behind to beat Brighton, maintaining their spot at the top of the Premier League. In their recent league match, goals from Cody Gakpo and Mohamed Salah helped Liverpool overcome an early setback to secure a 2-1 victory. However, key players like Alisson Becker, Harvey Elliott, Federico Chiesa, and Diogo Jota remain sidelined due to injuries and are expected to return only after the November international break. Ibrahima Konate, however, is fit and will be available.
Leverkusen has also performed strongly this season, both in the Bundesliga and in Europe. They have picked up seven points from three Champions League matches, conceding only once. Under Xabi Alonso’s guidance, Leverkusen is undefeated in away games since May 2023, and they’ll aim to extend that run to 35 games at Anfield. However, they’ll be without full-back Nordi Mukiele, who suffered an injury in their match against Stuttgart.
Predicted Lineups
- Liverpool: Kelleher; Alexander-Arnold, Gomez, Van Dijk, Tsimikas; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboszlai, Diaz; Nunez.
- Leverkusen: Hradecky; Frimpong, Tapsoba, Tah, Hincapie, Grimaldo; Xhaka, Andrich; Hoffman, Wirtz, Boniface.
Match History
The last time Liverpool faced Leverkusen was in the Champions League back in March 2005, when Liverpool won 3-1 and ultimately went on to lift the trophy. That match saw Luis Garcia shine with two goals, helping Liverpool progress in their Champions League journey.
Kick-Off and Broadcast Details
- Kick-Off Time: Tuesday, 5th November 2024, at 20:00 GMT
- Location: Anfield, Liverpool
- Channel: Amazon Prime UK
Match Odds
- Liverpool: 7/10
- Draw: 16/5
- Leverkusen: 10/3
Key Players to Watch
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool): Known for his speed and precision, Salah will look to add to his scoring tally.
- Florian Wirtz (Leverkusen): The young German midfielder has been crucial for Leverkusen, known for his vision and creativity.
With both Liverpool and Leverkusen in fine form, this match promises high energy and action at Anfield. Fans can expect a thrilling game as two top European teams go head-to-head in the Champions League.
How to Watch Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen
Here’s how you can watch Liverpool vs Bayer Leverkusen in the UEFA Champions League, depending on where you are:
TV and Streaming Options
- United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany: Amazon Prime Video
- United States: Paramount+
- Spain: Movistar+
- Canada: DAZN Canada
- Mexico: Max
- Australia: Stan Sport
- United Arab Emirates: beIN Sports Connect
- Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa: SuperSport
Free Streaming Option
- Amazon Prime Free Trial: New Amazon Prime customers in the UK, Ireland, or Germany can watch the match for free by signing up for Amazon’s one-month free trial.
Radio and Audio
- UK and Ireland: BBC Radio 5 Live offers live audio commentary.
Enjoy the match and the return of Xabi Alonso to Anfield as manager of Leverkusen