The starting XI for the match includes Jarell Quansah, Wataru Endo, Harvey Elliott, Ryan Gravenberch, and Diogo Jota. Salah is on the bench, and Jota is making his first start in over two months after recovering from a knee injury. Klopp had previously hinted at resting Salah before the game when discussing Jota and Trent Alexander-Arnold’s return from injury. He emphasized the importance of quickly getting the players back in form and shaping the team’s performance.

Klopp stressed that the focus is on helping the players find their best form and performance quickly. He acknowledged the injuries that several players, including Salah, Jota, Robbo (Andy Robertson), Dom Szoboszlai, and Curtis Jones, have had and their impact on the team’s performance. Klopp also highlighted the quality each player brings to the game and the significance of their contributions to the team’s chances of success.