{"id":631383,"date":"2023-11-09T04:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-11-09T09:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/?p=631383"},"modified":"2023-11-08T16:19:14","modified_gmt":"2023-11-08T21:19:14","slug":"liverpool-predicted-lineup-vs-toulouse","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2023\/11\/09\/liverpool-predicted-lineup-vs-toulouse\/","title":{"rendered":"17-Year-Old &#8216;Secret Weapon&#8217; To Start: Liverpool Predicted Lineup Vs Toulouse"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Liverpool travel to France for their Europa League Group Stage fixture against Toulouse on November 9. The match, which kicks off at 5:45 pm (GMT), will be hosted at the Stadium de Toulouse. This is our Liverpool predicted lineup.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Toulouse<\/span><\/h2>\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\">\n<p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">Next stop: Toulouse \ud83c\uddeb\ud83c\uddf7<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/TFCLIV?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">#TFCLIV<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/0sHojFKCJk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">pic.twitter.com\/0sHojFKCJk<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&mdash; Liverpool FC (@LFC) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/LFC\/status\/1722286540972343330?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">November 8, 2023<\/a><\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">How Liverpool Have Lined-up Recently<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Alisson Becker is Liverpool\u2019s first-choice goalkeeper. However, Caoimh\u00edn Kelleher has started in four out of five cup games. The 24-year-old particularly impressed in the EFL Cup, making five saves against an almost full-strength Bournemouth side. Expect him to start in the remaining group-stage games.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">At centre-back, when available, are Virgil van Dijk and Ibrahima Konat\u00e9. Jarell Quansah and Jo\u00ebl Matip have provided rotation options. Trent Alexander-Arnold is a staple in the side at right-back. In recent weeks, the left-back spot has been contested by Joe Gomez and Kostas Tsimikas. Youngster Luke Chambers has even featured, making his debut this season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0<\/span><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Read More<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">:\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2023\/11\/08\/liverpool-interest-andre\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u2018In the Next Two or Three Weeks\u2019: Fabrizio Romano Clarifies Liverpool\u2019s Current Stance on Signing \u00a334.7 Million Midfielder<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In midfield, Ryan Gravenberch, Alexis Mac Allister and Dominik Szoboszlai have been constants in recent weeks. However, Harvey Elliott and Curtis Jones have impressed in cup competitions, whilst Wataru Endo has struggled to get many league minutes (118).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The strongest front three consists of Luis D\u00edaz, Darwin N\u00fa\u00f1ez, and Mohamed Salah. The trio have a combined 22 goal contributions in the league. However, with depth such as Cody Gakpo and Diogo Jota on the bench, it seems unlikely that more than one of the stars will start against Toulouse.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Liverpool Recent Form and Tactics<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The Reds have won four of their last five fixtures, scoring thirteen goals. In particular, N\u00fa\u00f1ez and Salah have prospered. The pair have scored three and four respectively. It is clear that, whilst Salah is their best player, Liverpool would not have to look far for another goalscorer should he get injured.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">There have been warning signs for Jurgen Klopp\u2019s side in the past week. Firstly, in the EFL Cup, they struggled to break down Bournemouth. A N\u00fa\u00f1ez wonder goal was all that separated the two sides. The Cherries equalised in the second half and squandered chances to go in front. Andoni Iraola\u2019s players established dominance in the final 30 minutes, and Liverpool were fortunate not to concede.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Read More<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">:\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2023\/10\/18\/liverpool-monitor-assan-ouedraogo\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u2018Especially Jurgen Klopp\u2019: Liverpool Keeping Tabs on \u2018Fantastic\u2019 Young Midfielder With Mouth-Watering Release Clause<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Secondly, Liverpool drew 1-1 away at Luton Town on November 5. The Hatters were just minutes away from taking all three points, but D\u00edaz rescued Klopp a point in the 95th minute. Luton even missed a big chance and had five shots on target, whilst Liverpool only had six. Their finishing cost them three points, as they missed six big chances &#8211; three by N\u00fa\u00f1ez, with a similar story in the first half against Bournemouth.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Tactically, Liverpool have stuck with the 4-3-3. With Andy Robertson out, the left-back has varied. When Gomez has started, he has been more passive in possession, whilst Tsimikas prefers to run with the ball. Meanwhile,\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2023\/10\/30\/luis-diaz-parents-kidnapped\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">D\u00edaz has been sidelined in recent games with a family crisis<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, leading to Jota starting three consecutive league games.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Liverpool Injuries to Consider<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As previously mentioned, the biggest injury is to Robertson, who is out until the New Year, with a\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bbc.co.uk\/sport\/football\/67219644\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">shoulder injury that<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> required surgery.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Thiago Alc\u00e2ntara and Stefan Bajcetic\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolfc.com\/news\/liverpools-injury-list-suspensions-and-availability\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">remain out<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, with the former not expected back until January and the latter with no estimate. These midfield injuries mean guaranteed minutes for Jones and Elliott. Jones should be available following a\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.liverpoolfc.com\/news\/liverpools-injury-list-suspensions-and-availability\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&#8220;minor fitness issue&#8221;<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0that prevented him from travelling with the squad to Luton.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Read More<\/span><\/strong><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">:\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/2023\/10\/19\/liverpool-jamal-musiala-interest\/\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_self\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u2018Klopp Knows the Player\u2019s Talent\u2019: Fabrizio Romano Reveals Liverpool Stance on Signing \u2018Messi of the Future\u2019<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ben Doak, an exciting young winger, was unavailable for the Bournemouth game. However, the 17-year-old has returned to training and was in the matchday squad at Kenilworth Road. Liverpool&#8217;s\u00a0<\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mirror.co.uk\/sport\/football\/news\/liverpool-jurgen-klopp-ben-doak-30999619\" target=\"_blank\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&#8220;secret weapon&#8221;<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">\u00a0will likely make his third start this season.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Mac Allister is suspended for the next league match (following the accumulation of five bookings), meaning he could start this game to help cope with the many midfield injuries.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Liverpool Predicted Lineup<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">GK: Caoimh\u00edn Kelleher<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">LB: Luke Chambers<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CB: Jo\u00ebl Matip<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CB: Jarell Quansah<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">RB: Joe Gomez<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CM: Alexis Mac Allister<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">DM: Wataru Endo<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CM: Curtis Jones<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">LW: Ben Doak<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">CF: Cody Gakpo<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">RW: Harvey Elliott<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Liverpool travel to France for their Europa League Group Stage fixture against Toulouse on November 9. The match, which kicks off at 5:45 pm (GMT), will be hosted at the Stadium de Toulouse. This is our Liverpool predicted lineup. Liverpool Predicted Lineup vs Toulouse Next stop: Toulouse \ud83c\uddeb\ud83c\uddf7#TFCLIV pic.twitter.com\/0sHojFKCJk &mdash; Liverpool FC (@LFC) November 8, [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4784,"featured_media":630253,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_lmt_disableupdate":"no","_lmt_disable":"","sfio_featured_image":false,"sfio_embed_code":"","_ef_editorial_meta_date_first-draft-date":"","_ef_editorial_meta_paragraph_assignment":"","_ef_editorial_meta_checkbox_needs-photo":"","_ef_editorial_meta_number_word-count":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[16,8431,9367,1831],"tags":[9626],"class_list":["post-631383","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-liverpool","category-europa-league","category-predictions","category-starting-line-up","tag-liverpool-predicted-lineup"],"modified_by":"Ricky Carroll, Editor","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/631383","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4784"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=631383"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/631383\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/630253"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=631383"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=631383"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/lastwordonsports.com\/football\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=631383"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}