Andoni Iraola prepares Liverpool for new season ahead of Newcastle opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 11:42 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Andoni Iraola is set to begin his Premier League tenure at Liverpool with an away match against Newcastle in 23 days. Prior to a recent 4-2 loss to Leeds United in Chicago, Iraola discussed his approach to wingers, emphasizing flexibility in playing positions. He noted that some players will have to adapt to a less symmetrical style, performing various roles on the field. As the season approaches, questions arise regarding the need for a specialist right-sided player in the absence of Mohamed Salah.
- •Iraola's Premier League debut with Liverpool is on August 26 against Newcastle.
- •Liverpool recently lost 4-2 to Leeds United in a pre-season match.
- •Iraola intends to utilize wingers who can adapt to multiple positions.
- •The absence of Salah raises concerns about Liverpool's right-wing strategy.
- 11:42 AMYahoo Sports — Do Liverpool need to sign a right-sided specialist?
"There is only 23 days to go until Andoni Iraola starts his Premier League reign at Liverpool with an away fixture against Newcastle. Speaking before Liverpool's 4-2 defeat to Leeds United in Chicago, Iraola said: "First our wingers, normally I'm used to trying to encourage them to have the ability to play both sides."
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