Frank Christian
Liverpool’s head coach Arne Slot will experience his inaugural Champions League match at Anfield as they take on Bologna this Wednesday.
The Reds recently secured a convincing 3-1 win against AC Milan in their first European match, and they maintained their winning streak by defeating Wolves 2-1 in the Premier League, positioning them at the top of the league.
In contrasting news, Bologna played to a 1-1 draw against Atalanta over the weekend. They had a previous Champions League encounter against Shakhtar Donetsk, which ended without any goals.
The Sporting News provides essential information about the match, including viewing options, kickoff times, and lineup updates.
How to Watch Liverpool vs. Bologna
Details for watching the Champions League match in the UK are as follows:
TV channel: TNT Sports 2
Live stream: Discovery+, Discovery+ app, tabii.
This match will be broadcast live on TNT Sports 2, with streaming available on Discovery+, the Discovery+ app, and tabii.
Match Kickoff Time for Liverpool vs. Bologna
This Champions League match will take place at Anfield in Liverpool, England on Wednesday, October 2, starting at 8:00 p.m. local time.
Team News and Predicted Lineups
Andrew Robertson‘s availability is uncertain after he left the field injured during the match against Wolves. Meanwhile, Harvey Elliott is sidelined with a long-term tibia injury.
On a positive note, Slot welcomes back Darwin Nunez, who was absent due to illness for their last fixture.
Liverpool’s Predicted XI (4-2-3-1): Alisson (GK) — Alexander-Arnold, Van Dijk, Konate, Tsimikas — Gravenberch, Mac Allister — Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo — Nunez.
Injuries: Robertson (doubt), Elliott
Suspended: None
Lewis Ferguson, Tomasso Pobega, and Oussama El Azzouzi will be unavailable for Bologna’s match against Liverpool.
Additionally, Santiago Castro might also miss out, having been substituted in Bologna’s recent match versus Atlanta.
Bologna’s Predicted XI (4-3-3): Skorupski (GK) — Posch, Beukema, Lucumi, Lykogiannis — Aebischer, Moro, Freuler — Orsolini, Dallinga, Ndoye.
Injuries: Castro (doubt), Ferguson, Pobega, El Azzouzi
Suspended: None
Match Prediction for Liverpool vs. Bologna
Predictions suggest Liverpool will likely claim a clear victory against Bologna at Anfield. Given the Reds’ recent form and home advantage, coupled with Bologna’s issues with defense, a win appears probable.
While Bologna managed a clean sheet against Shakhtar, Liverpool’s formidable attack should be capable of breaking through their defenses. Expect another dominant home win for Liverpool in the Champions League.
- Prediction: Liverpool 3 – 0 Bologna
Champions League Fixtures This Week
Tuesday, October 1
- RB Salzburg vs. Brest (5:45 p.m. BST)
- VfB Stuttgart vs. Sparta Prague (5:45 p.m. BST)
- Arsenal vs. PSG (8:00 p.m. BST)
- Barcelona vs. Young Boys (8:00 p.m. BST)
- Bayer Leverkusen vs. AC Milan (8:00 p.m. BST)
- Borussia Dortmund vs. Celtic (8:00 p.m. BST)
- Inter Milan vs. Red Star Belgrade (8:00 p.m. BST)
- PSV vs. Sporting CP (8:00 p.m. BST)
- Slovan Bratislava vs. Manchester City (8:00 p.m. BST)
Wednesday, October 2
- Shakhtar Donetsk vs. Atalanta (5:45 p.m. BST)
- Girona vs. Feyenoord (5:45 p.m. BST)
- Aston Villa vs. Bayern Munich (8:00 p.m. BST)
- Dinamo Zagreb vs. Monaco (8:00 p.m. BST)
- Lille vs. Real Madrid (8:00 p.m. BST)
- Liverpool vs. Bologna (8:00 p.m. BST)
- RB Leipzig vs. Juventus (8:00 p.m. BST)
- Sturm Graz vs. Club Brugge (8:00 p.m. BST)
