Liverpool and Atlanta are set to take each other on Wednesday night, as this match marks their first meeting in the Quarterfinal session of the Europa League, and it promises to be an exciting clash.
Liverpool will be facing Atlanta after their recent 2-2 draw against Man United. Luis Diaz scored the opening goal in the 23rd minute of the match, and Mohammed Salah scored the equalizing goal in the second half of the game, leading to a full-time draw.
Atlanta, on the other hand, secured a place in the first-leg event against Liverpool after their recent defeat by Cagliari. Gianluca Scamacca scored the first goal in the 13th minute of the first half, Tomasso Augello returned the goal in 42 minutes, and Nicolas Viola took the winning strike for Cagliari.
It’s worth noting that Nicolas Viola made a considerable impact in just 16 minutes of entering the field, but will he prove to be a difference-maker today?
Liverpool vs. Atlanta Preview
Liverpool
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They are currently sitting in second position in the Premier League Table, with 71 points and 72 goals this season. They have lost two matches in the Premier League, two in the Europa League, and one in the FA Cup. Mohamed Salah, the highest goal scorer in the Premier League this season, has scored 15 goals, along with countless shots on-target and successful assists, making him a standout player.
Liverpool’s goalkeeper, Caoimhin Kelleher, has also been recognized as one of the outstanding goalkeepers this season due to his three saves during their last match against Man United.
Atlanta
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Atlanta, on the other hand, is currently in sixth position, with 50 points and one step ahead of Napoli with two points. Teun Koopmeiners and Ademola Lookman, both strikers, have contributed significantly this season, and they might stand as an obstacle to Liverpool.
Liverpool vs Atlanta Possible Lineup
Liverpool: Kelleher (GK), Salah, Mac Allister, Gomez, Van Dijk, Konate, Bradley, Elliott, Nunez, Jones, and Diaz.
Atlanta: Musso (GK), Koopmeiners, Lookman, Scamacca, De Room, Ruggeri, Zappacosta, Djimsiti, Ederson, Toloi, and Kolasinac.
Liverpool vs Atlanta Head-To-Head
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Both teams have faced each other twice in the UEFA Champions League, with the winning outcome split equally. The last match between Liverpool and Atlanta took place about four years ago, with both teams defeating each other during the first-leg and second-leg meetings. Atlanta may not see the opportunity this time
Injury Report
Davide Zappacosta and Marten De Room might miss the match for Atlanta as they are dealing with injuries. When it comes to injuries, Reds players Luis Díaz, Darwin Núñez, and Cody Gakpo might be absent. Furthermore, Trent Alexander-Arnold is doubtful to play as he is dealing with a knee injury for the Liverpool side.
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