Liverpool host Barnsley at Anfield tonight while they aim to maintain their 10-game unbeaten run and secure a place in the FA Cup fourth round.
Arne Slot’s side has moved through a gruelling festive period and arrives at this fixture following a disciplined 0-0 draw against Premier League leaders Arsenal. Despite a growing injury list and international absences, the Reds possess a formidable historical record in the third round and will be expected to navigate this encounter with a heavily rotated squad.
Liverpool Team News
Arne Slot is expected to utilise his academy depth following several fresh injury setbacks. Conor Bradley is the latest name on the injury list after sustaining a worrying injury against Arsenal, joining Alexander Isak, Hugo Ekitike, and Wataru Endo on the sidelines. Mohamed Salah also remains unavailable due to his commitments with Egypt at AFCON.
Consequently, Slot could hand starts to several youth prospects. Trey Nyoni and Rio Ngumoha are both in contention to feature, while Calvin Ramsay may start at right-back in Bradley’s absence. Giorgi Mamardashvili is expected to start in goal, and Federico Chiesa could lead the attack as he continues to build match fitness. Senior figures like Joe Gomez and Andrew Robertson are likely to be included to provide experience for a side looking to extend their perfect January 12 record.
Liverpool Predicted Lineup
Liverpool predicted XI: Mamardashvili; Ramsay, Gomez, Robertson, Kerkez; Nyoni, Jones; Frimpong, Wirtz, Ngumoha; Chiesa
When will the match kick off?
The FA Cup third-round fixture takes place at Anfield Stadium on Monday, 12 January 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:45 GMT.
How to watch Liverpool vs Barnsley?
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on TNT Sports 1 and discovery+. Coverage begins at 19:00 GMT.
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