Preview, team news, head‑to‑head, probable line‑ups, tactical analysis and where to watch Liverpool vs PSG in Tuesday’s Champions League quarter-final second leg
Liverpool are set to host Paris Saint-Germain at Anfield on Tuesday, April 14, at 20:00 BST (21:00 CEST / 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT). This Champions League quarter-final second leg finds the Reds in a desperate situation, needing to overturn a 2-0 first-leg deficit following a clinical performance by the French side at the Parc des Princes. Arne Slot’s men must summon a historic performance to prevent their European campaign from ending at the hands of the defending champions, who are looking to secure a semi-final berth in their quest for back-to-back titles.
Liverpool are heading into the tie during one of their most challenging periods in recent memory. Following a 4-0 thrashing by Manchester City in the FA Cup and a first-leg defeat in Paris where the Reds failed to register a single shot on target, the pressure on Arne Slot has reached a fever pitch. PSG, meanwhile, looked every bit the continental masters in the first leg, with Luis Enrique even suggesting “it’s a shame” his side did not score more. For the visitors, the objective is to maintain discipline in the face of the inevitable early storm from the Anfield crowd.
Team news & injury updates
Liverpool
The headlines on Merseyside are focused on the full return of Alexander Isak. The Swedish forward, who was sidelined for four months with a fibula fracture, was part of the squad in Paris and is now expected to be fit enough to potentially start or play a significant role. Liverpool’s defensive crisis remains a factor, however, as Alisson Becker is doubtful with a hamstring injury, leaving Giorgi Mamardashvili to continue in goal for his seventh Champions League appearance.
The Reds are also without Stefan Bajcetic, Conor Bradley, Wataru Endo, and Giovanni Leoni. On a positive note, Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones, and Virgil van Dijk all avoided yellow cards in the first leg, ensuring they are not suspended for this return fixture.
Luis Enrique has a largely settled squad but receives a boost with the availability of Bradley Barcola. The winger returned to full training following an ankle sprain and, while he was not fully fit for the first leg, he is expected to be in the matchday squad for the trip to England. Fabián Ruiz remains a long-term absentee with a knee injury, while Quentin Ndjantou is also sidelined with a hamstring issue. PSG will likely field a similar line-up to the one that secured the advantage in Paris, with Matvey Safonov continuing in goal. The midfield trio of Vitinha, João Neves, and Warren Zaïre-Emery has been the heartbeat of the side, providing the platform for Khvicha Kvaratskhelia and Ousmane Dembélé to attack.
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Head-to-head (H2H) record
Historically, this fixture has been remarkably even, but the momentum has shifted toward the French capital recently. PSG’s 2-0 victory last week took their all-time record against the Reds to four wins and three losses in official UEFA competition. Remarkably, after seven meetings, a draw has still never been recorded between these two sides in 90 minutes.
Last 5 meetings:
- 08/04/2026: PSG 2-0 Liverpool (UCL Quarter-final)
- 11/03/2025: Liverpool 0-1 PSG (UCL Round of 16 – PSG won on pens)
- 05/03/2025: PSG 0-1 Liverpool (UCL Round of 16)
- 28/11/2018: PSG 2-1 Liverpool (UCL Group Stage)
- 18/09/2018: Liverpool 3-2 PSG (UCL Group Stage)
Probable line-ups
| Position | Liverpool Predicted XI | PSG Predicted XI |
| Goalkeeper | Giorgi Mamardashvili | Matvey Safonov |
| Defence | Frimpong, Konaté, Van Dijk, Kerkez | Hakimi, Marquinhos, Pacho, Mendes |
| Midfield | Gravenberch, Mac Allister, Szoboszlai | Zaïre-Emery, Vitinha, Neves |
| Attack | Salah, Ekitiké, Wirtz | Doué, Dembélé, Kvaratskhelia |
Tactical analysis: how the game will be won
Desperation vs discipline
Liverpool must find a balance between high-intensity attacking and defensive security. Down by two goals, they cannot afford to concede, as an away goal for PSG would leave the Reds needing four to qualify. Expect Arne Slot to instruct his team to press high and early, utilizing Florian Wirtz and Mohamed Salah to force mistakes in the PSG build-up.
Manager insight
Luis Enrique has been vocal about not taking the lead for granted, stating that “Anfield is a special stadium” where logic often disappears. He is expected to set PSG up to absorb the initial pressure, relying on the pace of Dembélé to exploit the space Liverpool will inevitably leave behind as they push for goals. For Slot, the game is a test of his tactical flexibility; after failing to record a shot on target in Paris, he could integrate Alexander Isak to provide the clinical finish that has been missing.
Where to watch Liverpool vs PSG
The match kicks off on Tuesday at 20:00 BST from Anfield. Fans in the United Kingdom can watch the second-leg drama unfold live on TNT Sports 1, with coverage and analysis starting from 19:00. The fixture is also available for digital streaming via the HBO Max app for all TNT Sports subscribers.
Supporters in the United States have multiple viewing options. English-language coverage is provided by CBS, with every minute of the Champions League quarter-finals streaming live on Paramount+. Spanish-language commentary is available on Univision and TUDN, with a digital stream accessible through ViX. Kick-off for US viewers is scheduled for 15:00 ET / 12:00 PT.
Market insights & probability
According to current market data, Liverpool enter the home leg as the match favourites with a 44% win probability on the night, though their chances of progressing to the semi-final are lower at 18% given the aggregate score. A PSG win at Anfield is valued at 32%, while the draw sits at 24%. Betting trends indicate a high expectation of Both teams to score, as Liverpool have no choice but to attack.