Liverpool's 2025/26 campaign commences due to participation in the FA Community Shield against Crystal Palace, which they have won 16 times. Key player Virgil van Dijk is sidelined by illness, creating worry among fans, while the status of defenders Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez is unclear. Alisson Becker, who returned home early from a pre-season tour due to his wife's surgery, is expected to be fit for the upcoming matches against Crystal Palace and Bournemouth. Coach Arne Slot expresses hope for player availability ahead of the title defense.
Liverpool's 2025/26 campaign starts earlier than most Premier League clubs due to their FA Community Shield match against Crystal Palace at Wembley. Liverpool has won the Community Shield 16 times, while Crystal Palace's only major trophy is their FA Cup win.
Virgil van Dijk missed recent friendlies due to illness, raising concerns among Liverpool supporters. The availability of defenders Conor Bradley and Joe Gomez remains uncertain.
First-choice goalkeeper Alisson Becker, who left the pre-season tour for personal reasons, is expected to return and be available for upcoming fixtures. His wife's surgery went well.
Arne Slot is optimistic about having his key players fit for the season opener against Bournemouth, indicating it's a close call for some players' availability.
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