Overview

• Liverpool host Atlético Madrid at Anfield on Wednesday to begin their European campaign, with several summer arrivals likely to feature in the competition for the first time.
• Alisson says last season’s intense pursuit of the Premier League made it “difficult to talk” about the PSG loss and acknowledges the challenge of fighting on two fronts.
• Arne Slot highlights the shoot-out exit to PSG, who went on to win the trophy, as proof Liverpool can compete after taking the eventual champions to penalties.
• The head coach is considering greater rotation this term to preserve freshness, supported by a revamped squad that includes Alexander Isak, who could make his debut.
• Liverpool’s new-look side has produced four late league wins that show resilience during a gelling period, and Atlético will be without forward Julián Álvarez through injury.