Liverpool are looking to take a major step toward automatic qualification for the knockout rounds of the Champions League when they host Real Madrid in a heavyweight fixture on Wednesday night.
Arne Slot’s side sit top of the pile in Europe after a stunning season thus far, having smashed Bayer Leverkusen 4-0 last time out in this competition.
This, however, will offer arguably their biggest test yet. Madrid haven’t always convinced but are the European champions after all and generally turn on the style for big nights in this particular tournament.
That said, Carlo Ancelotti’s side sit some way off the automatic spots as things stand, having already lost twice in the opening phase and were beaten by AC Milan earlier this month, and will have to do without an injured Viniciur Jr.
Date, kick-off time and venue
Liverpool vs Real Madrid is scheduled for an 8pm GMT kick-off time on Wednesday, November 27, 2024.
Anfield in Liverpool will host.
Where to watch Liverpool vs Real Madrid
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on TNT Sports 1 and TNT Sports Ultimate.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch on a live stream via the Discovery+ app.
LIVE coverage: Follow all the action with Standard Sport’s dedicated match blog!
Liverpool vs Real Madrid team news
It’s a case of as you were for Liverpool, with Trent Alexander-Arnold unlikely to feature after missing the win at Southampton with a hamstring injury.
He has joined goalkeeper Alisson Becker, who is also still sidelined with a similar problem, Diogo Jota (chest injury) and Federico Chiesa (fitness) in the treatment room.
Real Madrid have been handed a huge Vinicius Jr injury blow ahead of the game, with the forward picking up a leg injury.
Otherwise, they hope to have Rodrygo, Aurelien Tchouameni and Lucas Vazquez all available after injury. Arda Guler and Dani Ceballos started against Leganes, but could drop out.
Liverpool vs Real Madrid prediction
So strong at home in Europe and having made light work of the Champions League thus far, Liverpool look a fearsome prospect.
Still, it’s equally as difficult to write off Madrid – despite their recent struggles.
Draw, 2-2.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Liverpool wins: 3
Draws: 1
Real Madrid wins: 7
Liverpool vs Real Madrid latest odds
Liverpool FC to win: 5/6
Draw: 2/1
Real Madrid to win: 23/10
Odds via Betfair and subject to change.
