Liverpool might not be in Premier League action this weekend but plenty of Jürgen Klopp’s stars are playing for their countries. Already, several have been representing their nations with contrasting results.
Later today, we are likely to get the latest look at Trent Alexander-Arnold as a midfielder for England (as the Three Lions take on Malta in what should be a comfortable win) while Kostas Tsimikas could play for Greece against New Zealand. Tomorrow, both France and the Netherlands are playing Euro 2024 qualifiers (versus Gibraltar and Ireland respectively), but Ibrahima Konaté is out injured.
Then next week, Brazil faces Argentina on Wednesday in the final international game before Liverpool faces Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium. That Premier League clash is in the lunchtime slot again with the South Americans facing a race against time to be in peak condition for what could be a defining fixture.
Here is the latest look at how the Liverpool players have been getting on while on duty with their international sides. was the main story but there is plenty else to take note of as well.
Luis Díaz’s father was in attendance as his son scored twice to beat Brazil. Arsenal forward Gabriel Martinelli netted the opener but Díaz scored two in five minutes in the second half to secure a 2-1 victory against Alisson Becker.
Liverpool’s home shirt for the 2023/2024 campaign pays homage to Bill Shankly and the legendary Reds manager’s final season in charge at Anfield. The Nike shirt features a bright red design with a bold white contrast on the colour and cuffs.
Mohamed Salah (Egypt)
He has long been known as the Egyptian King but Mohamed Salah has confirmed that status now. Egypt beat Djibouti 6-0 last night with Salah scoring four goals. He has now scored more goals for Egypt in World Cup qualifying than anyone else.
