2019-20 UEFA Champions League – Genk vs Liverpool Preview & Prediction
THE FACTS
When does Genk vs Liverpool kick off? Wednesday 23rd October, 2019 – 20:00 (UK)
Where is Genk vs Liverpool being played? Luminus Arena
What are the expected weather conditions for Genk vs Liverpool? Cloudy, 14c
What TV channel is Genk vs Liverpool on in the UK? BT Sport have the rights to UEFA Champions League matches in the UK, so it is worth checking their schedule
Where can I stream Genk vs Liverpool in the UK? Subscribers can stream the match live on the BT Sport website & app
Where can I get tickets for Genk vs Liverpool?
Genk – https://www.krcgenk.be/nl/ticketing/champions-league
Liverpool – https://www.liverpoolfc.com/tickets/tickets-availability
What was the score in the last meeting between Genk & Liverpool? N/A
THE TEAM NEWS
GENK
- Genk did a good job defensively as they picked up a point from their game with Napoli as they prevented the Italians from scoring.
- Despite the draw on matchday two, that result extended the Greek side's run without a win in the competition to eight matches.
- Genk have plenty of options if they wish to change their side but it is unlikely they will stray too far from the side that held Napoli.
Predicted line-up (4-2-3-1): Coucke; Maehle, Lucumi, Dewaest, Uronen; Berge, Heynen; Ito, Hagi, Bongonda; Samatta
Unavailable: Vukovic (Injured), Neto Borges (Injured)
Doubtful:
LIVERPOOL
- Liverpool almost blew a three-goal lead at home to Salzburg on matchday two but a fourth goal sealed the victory for the reigning champions.
- After a gruelling start to the season, Jurgen Klopp may opt to rotate his line-up with the midfield an area that could well see changes.
- Mohamed Salah sat out Liverpool's draw with Manchester United on Sunday but could return to the eleven from an ankle injury in this game.
Predicted line-up (4-3-3): Alisson; Gomez, Lovren, Van Dijk, Robertson; Lallana, Fabinho, Milner; Salah, Firmino, Mane
Unavailable: Clyne (Injured), Shaqiri (Injured), Alexander-Arnold (Illness), Matip (Injured)
Doubtful: Salah (Injured)
THE PREDICTION
Liverpool responded to their loss on matchday one by edging out Salzburg in a thriller last time out. They now head to Greece to face a Genk side without a win in their last eight Champions League games and despite holding Napoli to a draw last time, the reigning champions should be too good.
