Liverpool’s 6-0 victory over LASK has boosted confidence ahead of their Premier League trip to Brentford, but Andoni Iraola knows the challenge will be much tougher.
Brentford’s physical approach and direct style will test Liverpool, especially with Alexander Isak, Cody Gakpo and Dominik Szoboszlai injured, while Ryan Gravenberch is suspended.
Virgil van Dijk and Alexis Mac Allister are expected to return, with Ronald Araujo potentially filling in at right-back. Florian Wirtz and Bradley Barcola will also be hoping to carry their European form into the league.
Brentford remain unbeaten in the Premier League this season and beat Liverpool 3-2 at home last year. Iraola has praised their organisation, physicality and consistent playing style.
With Villarreal awaiting in the Champions League on Tuesday, Liverpool must balance squad rotation with the need to secure three crucial points.
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