Liverpool will take on Real Madrid in the Champions League in midweek where Ibrahima Konate will be hoping to be included in the starting line-up

The spotlight of European football turns onceagain to Anfield where Liverpool & Real Madrid renew their legendary rivalry in 4th round of the new-format UEFA Champions League. Liverpool come into the clash on high after defeating Aston Villa 2-0, a much-needed win that restored confidence following tough spell in domestic competition.

Before Paris Saint-Germain crushed Liverpool's hopes of European glory last season, the Reds bested Real Madrid 2-0 at Anfield in the league phase to end an agonising eight-game losing run against Los Blancos, who had won seven of those contests during that hot streak.

Our Liverpool vs. Real Madrid predictions bank on Kylian Mbappe finding the back of the net against Liverpool's shaky defense.

After a run of four league defeats - and six losses in seven games in all competitions - Liverpool earned a much-needed 2-0 win over Aston Villa last time out. Supporters will hope that the Reds have now turned a corner and they can compete for major honours this season.

Real Madrid will look to take care of business against a struggling Valencia and keep its La Liga lead on Saturday before turning to its demanding match at Liverpool.

Liverpool stand at a moment where fitness and form intersect with European ambition. Arne Slot’s side, crowned Premier League champions in 2024-25, know there is little room for hesitation when Real Madrid arrive,

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