The pressure will be on Liverpool when they return to Europa League action this week. The Reds will have a mountain to climb if they are to keep alive their faint hopes of a treble in Jurgen Klopp’s final season in charge after suffering a humiliating 3-0 home defeat against Atalanta in last week’s first leg at Anfield.
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Liverpool were handed a rude awakening in their hunt for three major trophies in Jurgen Klopp’s final season last week. The Reds were hammered 3-0 at Anfield by Atalanta, marking their third match without a victory across all competitions.
It was a memorable night for the Italian visitors, with Gianluca Scamacca scoring twice and Mario Pasalic adding a third goal with seven minutes remaining. Liverpool’s defeat broke a 33-match unbeaten run at home in Europe, marking a significant setback for Klopp’s team.
The second leg will be a tough challenge for Liverpool, as no team has ever overturned a three-goal deficit in European history. Despite some success against Italian teams, Liverpool will need a strong performance to progress.
Atalanta vs Liverpool Head to Head
Atalanta’s only home win against an English side was in 2017, while Liverpool defeated Atalanta 5-0 in their last meeting in 2020. The teams have a competitive history, with Atalanta seeking to maintain their home advantage.
Atalanta vs Liverpool Team News
Atalanta will be missing key players for the clash, while Liverpool have a nearly full squad available. The teams’ lineups will be crucial in determining the outcome of the match.
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Atalanta’s strong home record suggests they will be tough opponents for Liverpool. The Italian side has a solid track record in Europa League matches at home, making them a formidable opponent.
Atalanta vs Liverpool Prediction
Despite Liverpool’s ability to bounce back from losses, Atalanta’s home advantage makes a draw the likely outcome on Thursday. The match will be a test of Liverpool’s resilience against a strong Atalanta team.
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