The stage is set for a massive night at Anfield as Liverpool host Paris Saint-Germain on April 14 in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final. Fixtures like this carry a different kind of energy, especially when Liverpool need one of their famous European comebacks to keep their campaign alive.
Liverpool come into the game trailing 2-0 after a difficult first leg in Paris, where goals from Desire Doue and Khvicha Kvaratskhelia gave PSG control of the tie. Under Arne Slot, there is still belief that Anfield can inspire something special, especially after a comfortable win over Fulham at the weekend. However, the Reds will need a far more aggressive and clinical performance to overturn the deficit.
PSG, on the other hand, arrive in a strong position and with momentum firmly on their side. Luis Enrique has seen his team hit top form in recent weeks, and with a lethal front line, they will be confident of finishing the job. Atlético-style discipline will not be needed here, but composure and efficiency on the counter could prove decisive once again.
A big European night at Anfield awaits ✊🔴 pic.twitter.com/t58McjcwVv
— Liverpool FC (@LFC) April 14, 2026
What are the predicted lineups for Liverpool vs PSG?
Liverpool predicted XI
Mamardashvili; Szoboszlai, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Salah, Wirtz, Gakpo; Ekitike
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With Alisson Becker still unavailable, Giorgi Mamardashvili is expected to continue in goal. Virgil van Dijk will lead the backline alongside Konate, while Dominik Szoboszlai could be deployed in a slightly adjusted role to deal with PSG’s attacking threat. In midfield, Alexis Mac Allister and Ryan Gravenberch are expected to provide balance. Mohamed Salah should return to the starting XI, with Florian Wirtz and Gakpo supporting Hugo Ekitike in attack.
PSG predicted XI
Safonov; Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes; Zaire-Emery, Vitinha, Neves; Doue, Dembele, Kvaratskhelia
There is little reason for PSG to make major changes after their first-leg success. Ousmane Dembele, Doue, and Kvaratskhelia are expected to continue as the front three after their impressive showing. Marquinhos will marshal the defence, while Achraf Hakimi and Mendes provide width from the back. The only slight concern remains in goal, where Matvey Safonov is likely to start despite some inconsistency.
This game may not define everything for either side, but it will heavily influence how their seasons are remembered. Liverpool are chasing a memorable comeback under the lights at Anfield, while PSG are looking to assert their dominance and take another step toward European glory.
