Slot eyes strong start as Isak nears debut

Liverpool kick off their Champions League campaign on Wednesday against Atletico Madrid, with Arne Slot’s side among the favourites. Slot confirmed Alexander Isak is in the squad but won’t play 90 minutes, while Florian Wirtz’s form drew discussion.

Facing Simeone’s resilient team at Anfield won’t be easy — it’s like trying to score past a brick wall that also shouts instructions in Spanish.