Iraola hints at absences for Liverpool ahead of Premier League opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 9:50 AM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Andoni Iraola may be without Alexis Mac Allister and Victor Munoz for Liverpool's Premier League opener against Newcastle on August 23. Both players recently concluded their World Cup commitments and are expected to need additional recovery time. Iraola acknowledged the challenge of managing their return while considering the heavy playing schedule ahead for Liverpool. The club aims to have most players fit for the start of the season but is cautious not to push them back too quickly to avoid injuries.
- •Iraola's first match is against Newcastle on August 23.
- •Mac Allister and Munoz likely need more recovery time.
- •Liverpool has several long-term injury absentees.
- •Iraola emphasizes careful management of players' return.
- 9:50 AMYahoo Sports — Andoni Iraola hints at two potential Liverpool absentees for Premier League opener v Newcastle
"Andoni Iraola has hinted that he could be without two particular Liverpool players for his first official game in charge of the Reds next month.The Basque’s reign as LFC head coach begins in earnest...
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