Liverpool Confirmed XI vs Ipswich Town

Liverpool's official squad for their upcoming match against Ipswich Town has been confirmed. The Reds aim to secure their first win of the season and their maiden victory under the guidance of new head coach Andoni Iraola. The team is arriving at Ipswich Town with a previous two 2-2 draws against Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest on their record.

Following their promotion into the Premier League, Ipswich Town began their campaign with a 2-1 win over Sunderland but then suffered a heavy 5-2 defeat at the hands of Manchester United.

Iraola has a significant opportunity to make an impact in his first game as the Liverpool manager. However, he faces a few critical decisions ahead. Five key players are absent from the matchday roster due to various reasons. Joe Gomez continues to recover from a hamstring injury, while Conor Bradley and Giovanni Leoni are sidelined with long-term ailments. Additionally, Hugo Ekitike is out with an Achilles injury sustained during a match against PSG earlier this year.

In the squad unveiled, Barcola, who Liverpool acquired for £123 million from PSG, is included in the lineup. The Liverpool starting XI comprises Alisson, Araujo, Jacquet, Van Dijk (captain), Kerkez, Szoboszlai, Mac Allister, Wirtz, Gakpo, Munoz, and Isak. The bench includes Mamardashvili, Endo, Tsimikas, Frimpong, Gravenberch, Nyoni, Ngumoha, Barcola, and Koumas.