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Liverpool hosts AS Monaco in pre-season friendly at Anfield

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Last updated Aug 9, 2026

Liverpool hosts AS Monaco in pre-season friendly at Anfield

Summary

Liverpool faces AS Monaco at Anfield today at 2:30 PM BST as part of their pre-season preparations. This match follows a mix of results during their pre-season tour of the United States, including wins against Sunderland and Wrexham, and a loss to Leeds United. New head coach Andoni Iraola will look to improve the defense after conceding four goals against Leeds. Key players such as Virgil van Dijk, Alisson Becker, and Cody Gakpo return to the squad after their World Cup participation. Fans can watch the game on Liverpool’s streaming service, All Red Video, and on various channels according to region.

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Status Watch

•Match kicks off at 2:30 PM BST at Anfield
•Liverpool's pre-season includes mixed results in the USA
•Iraola seeks to address defensive issues
•Virgil van Dijk and Alisson Becker return to the squad
•Game streamed on Liverpool's All Red Video service

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Liverpool continue their pre-season campaign under Andoni Iraola against AS Monaco this afternoon.The Reds return to Anfield against the Ligue 1 side, following a pre-season tour of the USA. Results w...
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