Conor Bradley Set to Start for Liverpool Against Southampton in Premier League Clash

In an unexpected lineup change, Conor Bradley is set to start for Liverpool in their Premier League match against Southampton at St Mary's Stadium. The young full-back replaces Trent Alexander-Arnold, who is sidelined due to an injury. This alteration is one of several changes made by Liverpool manager Jürgen Klopp following their recent victory over Aston Villa.

Harvey Elliott, who resumed full training during the international break, finds himself on the substitutes’ bench for Liverpool. The team, arranged in a 4-3-3 formation, includes Caoimhin Kelleher in goal, with Ibrahima Konaté and Virgil van Dijk forming the central defense pairing. Captain Andrew Robertson and Bradley complete the defensive lineup.

In midfield, Dominik Szoboszlai, Ryan Gravenberch, and Curtis Jones are set to provide both defensive stability and attacking support. Up front, Liverpool’s attack is spearheaded by Mohamed Salah, Darwin Núñez, and Cody Gakpo. Key substitutions include Marcelo Pitaluga, Ben Davies, Joe Gomez, James Norris, Alexis Mac Allister, and Luis Díaz.

Southampton, who currently sit at the bottom of the league table, are eager for a turnaround in fortunes. Manager Russell Martin has made five changes from their previous defeat at Wolverhampton Wanderers. Alex McCarthy takes over goalkeeping duties from the injured Aaron Ramsdale. Ryan Fraser, Tyler Dibling, Paul Onuachu, and Flynn Downes also join the starting eleven, while key figures like Jan Bednarek miss out due to injury.

Southampton’s lineup, potentially in a 4-2-3-1 formation, includes Kyle Walker-Peters, Taylor Harwood-Bellis, Jack Stephens, and Fraser in defense. The midfield is bolstered by Downes and Adam Lallana, with Dibling, Carlos Fernández, and Adam Armstrong playing in support of striker Onuachu. The bench features luminaries such as Joe Lumley, Ryan Manning, and Joe Aribo.

The match, officiated by referee Samuel Barrott, is a key fixture for both sides, with Liverpool aiming to maintain their leading position in the league, while Southampton seeks to claw their way out of the relegation zone. The kickoff is scheduled for 2 PM at St Mary’s Stadium.