Brentford v Liverpool: live stream and TV details, how to watch, injury news and predicted teams
Liverpool turn their attention back to the Premier League when they travel to Brentford on Saturday (17.30 BST).
After cruising into the fourth round of the Carabao Cup with a 3-0 win at Norwich City on Tuesday, the Reds will be aiming to stay at the top of the table against the Londoners.
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Hide AdIt’s the first time in 32 years that the Anfield outfit and the Bees meet.
Here’s all you need to know ahead of the game.
What’s the team news?
After rotating his squad at Norwich, Jurgen Klopp will be at full strength against the Bees.
It means the likes of Mo Salah, Sadio Mane and Virgil van Dijk will all come back into the starting XI.
Trent Alexander-Arnold missed the win over Palace due to illness but should be recovered.
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Hide AdJames Milner was absent against Norwich due to a cold but he should be OK.
Thiago suffered a calf injury in that game and assistant manager Pep Lijnders has already admitted the midfielder won’t be fit to travel to the capital.
Roberto Firmino has now returned to full training after picking up a hamstring injury against Chelsea last month.
Neco Williams continues his comeback but Harvey Elliott is out for the long term with his ankle problem.
What about the opposition?
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Hide AdJosh Dasilva is sidelined with a hip injury while Mads Bech Sorensen is unavailable due to a knee issue.
Midfielder Shandon Baptiste is suspended after being sent off in the Bees’ 2-0 win over Wolves last weekend.
Predicted line-ups
Brentford (3-5-2): Raya, Ajer, Jansson, Pinnock, Canos, Onyeka, Norgaard, Janelt, Henry, Mbeumo, Toney.
Liverpool (4-3-3): Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Matip, van Dijk, Robertson, Fabinho, Henderson, Jones, Salah, Jota, Mane.
Is the match on TV?
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Hide AdYes. The game will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League .Coverage starts at 17.00.
Can I stream the match?
Yes. Sky Sports subscribers can stream the game via Sky Go.
Can I stream the match if I don’t subscribe to Sky Sports?
Yes. You can purchase a Now TV Sports Day pass for £9.98.
How can I watch highlights?
Extended highlights will be on Match of the Day on Saturday evening, with the programme starting at 22.30.
For all the post-match analysis, follow our coverage on LiverpoolWorld.
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