Iraola discusses Mamardashvili's starting role ahead of Spurs clash
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 1:00 PM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola confirmed Giorgi Mamardashvili will start in goal for the Carabao Cup match against Tottenham at Anfield on Tuesday at 20:00 BST. Defender Joe Gomez, back from injury, has returned to training and will be available for selection. Iraola noted that squad rotation may feature players who have not played recently, reflecting his ongoing evaluation of player performance and fitness. He expressed frustration over a dip in performance against Fulham, emphasizing the need for collective effort in ball recovery and overall team play. He acknowledged that improving these aspects is crucial for future matches.
- •Giorgi Mamardashvili starts against Tottenham in the Carabao Cup.
- •Joe Gomez is back in training after a long-term injury.
- •Iraola is assessing squad rotation for the Cup match.
- •Frustrations arise from Liverpool's recent performance against Fulham.
- •Iraola stresses the importance of collective effort for team success.
- 1:00 PMYahoo Sports — Andoni Iraola Plans Rotation Against Tottenham in League Cup Tie
- 2:14 PMYahoo Sports — Iraola on Mamardashvili starting, squad rotation and the 'collective' effort
"Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has been speaking to the media before Tuesday's Carabao Cup game against Tottenham at Anfield (kick-off 20:00 BST). Giorgi Mamardashvili will start in goal against Spurs. Defender Joe Gomez, who has been out with injury since July, is back training with the team and will be available.
"Giorgi Mamardashvili won’t be the only change to Liverpool’s starting eleven against Spurs.
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 15, 2026, 1:00 PMAndoni Iraola Plans Rotation Against Tottenham in League Cup Tie
Giorgi Mamardashvili won’t be the only change to Liverpool’s starting eleven against Spurs.
- Yahoo SportsSep 14, 2026, 2:14 PMIraola on Mamardashvili starting, squad rotation and the 'collective' effort
Liverpool boss Andoni Iraola has been speaking to the media before Tuesday's Carabao Cup game against Tottenham at Anfield (kick-off 20:00 BST). Giorgi Mamardashvili will start in goal against Spurs. Defender Joe Gomez, who has been out with injury since July, is back training with the team and will be available.
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