Liverpool head to Germany in urgent need of a result after suffering four consecutive defeats — including a painful home loss to Manchester United. The pressure is mounting on Arne Slot, and Wednesday’s Champions League clash with Eintracht Frankfurt could prove pivotal. Another setback would make it five losses in a row, matching the club’s worst run since 1953 — turning this fixture into a genuine must-win.
Several adjustments are expected in the starting lineup. Florian Wirtz, one of the few consistent performers in recent weeks, should retain his role in the attacking midfield position. Hugo Ekitike is tipped to lead the line, supported by Alexander Isak and Cody Gakpo on the flanks.
With Ryan Gravenberch sidelined through injury, Curtis Jones is likely to return to the starting XI, partnering Dominik Szoboszlai, who could come in for the struggling Alexis Mac Allister.
Defensively, Ibrahima Konaté is pushing for inclusion alongside Virgil van Dijk, while Jeremie Frimpong and Andy Robertson are expected to start as full-backs. In goal, Giorgi Mamardashvili continues to deputize for the injured Alisson Becker.
Slot is expected to revert to a 4-2-3-1 formation, aiming to restore balance between attack and defense — something Liverpool have sorely missed in recent matches.
With confidence low and momentum slipping away, Slot will be hoping this trip to Frankfurt serves as a turning point. A strong performance wouldn’t just keep Liverpool’s Champions League hopes alive — it could also help reignite belief within a squad still searching for rhythm and direction this season.
Predicted Liverpool lineup vs. Eintracht Frankfurt:
(Mamardashvili; Frimpong, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson; Jones, Szoboszlai; Isak, Wirtz, Gakpo; Ekitike)
