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| Milan vs Liverpool | |
| SCHEDULE | TIME |
| Match: | Milan vs Liverpool |
| Tournament: | Champions League |
| Match Date: | Wed, Sep 18 2024 |
| Match Time: | 12:30 a.m. Indian Time (UTC +5:30) |
| Stadium: | - |
| Milan | Lineup |
Possible XI: Maignan (GK); Emerson, Gabbia, Pavlovic, Hernandez; Fofana, Reijenders; Pulisic, Loftus-Cheek, Leao; Abraham | |
| Liverpool | Lineup |
Possible XI: Alisson (GK); Alexander-Arnold, Konate, van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Salah, Szoboslai, Diaz; Jota | |
Arne Slot's UEFA Champions League Debut: Liverpool Eyes Victory Against AC Milan
Arne Slot is set to make a strong impression in his UEFA Champions League debut as Liverpool's manager, aiming to outshine AC Milan. Milan, currently 8th in Serie A, recently celebrated a notable victory over Venezia, a team struggling in the lower ranks. They will look to leverage their home advantage at the iconic San Siro Stadium in their next European clash.
Guided by Paulo Fonseca, Milan is determined to turn the San Siro into a fortress for this match. They will face Liverpool, managed by Arne Slot, who has been steering the Reds with impressive results. The upcoming game is anticipated to be a thrilling battle as Milan strives to make a mark on the European stage.
Despite the departure of their esteemed manager Jurgen Klopp, Liverpool has been performing well under Arne Slot’s leadership. Slot has made a significant impact, leading the team to three wins out of their last four matches. However, their winning streak was recently interrupted by Nottingham Forest’s Callum Hudson, who scored a crucial goal in the 72nd minute during their last game.
As Liverpool gears up to face AC Milan in the Champions League, they are eager to bounce back from their recent setback and return to their winning ways.
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Injury and Team News: Milan vs Liverpool
AC Milan will be missing several key players in their next match, including Marco Sportiello, Malick Thiaw, Alessandro Florenzi, and Ismael Bennacer. Each of these players has been important for the team, and their absence might impact Milan's performance.
On the other hand, Liverpool will also be dealing with a setback as Curtis Jones will not be available for their upcoming game. Jones has been a valuable asset for Liverpool, so his absence might affect the team’s strategy and performance.
Both teams will need to adapt their plans and strategies to manage these missing players effectively.
| Head-to-Head | |
Milan - 1 Liverpool - 3 Draw - 0 Total Matches - 4 |
Key Players to Watch: Milan vs Liverpool
Rafael Leao (AC Milan)
Rafael Leao, known for his dazzling dribbling skills, is set to be a key player for AC Milan in the 2024-25 UEFA Champions League season. Leao's football journey began with the second team of Sporting CP, where his standout performances earned him a spot on the senior team. After successful stints with Lille, he joined AC Milan in 2019.
Since then, Leao has made over 100 appearances for the Italian club. Fans are counting on him to lead Milan’s attack and ensure the team scores plenty of goals, especially in their upcoming clash against a Premier League team.
Diogo Jota (Liverpool)
Diogo Jota has been on fire lately. His exceptional performances helped Portugal reach the quarter-finals of UEFA Euro 2024. The 27-year-old forward from Porto has also been a standout at Liverpool, making over 100 appearances for the club since he joined in 2020.
Jota has played 44 matches for the Portugal national team, scoring 14 goals. He was instrumental in Liverpool's journey to the UEFA Champions League final in the 2021-22 season and was named Premier League Player of the Month in January 2024 for his outstanding form.
Both Leao and Jota are expected to make significant impacts in the Champions League this season, showcasing their skills on one of football's biggest stages.
How to Watch Milan vs Liverpool, Streaming Channels and Links
India – SonyLiv
UK – Amazon Prime Video
US – Paramount+
Nigeria – DStv Now
