| Liverpool vs Barnsley | |
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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Liverpool vs Barnsley
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COMPETITION :
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FA Cup 2025-26
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| DATE: |
13 - 01 - 2026
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TIME:
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01.15 AM IST
11.45 AM UAE
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STADIUM
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Stadium
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Liverpool head into this fixture with significant injury concerns, as several first-team players remain sidelined. Alexander Isak, Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, Hugo Ekitike, Stefan Bajcetic and Wataru Endo are all unavailable, while Mohamed Salah continues to be absent due to his involvement at the Africa Cup of Nations.
Despite the growing injury list, the Reds are still overwhelming favourites against lower-league opposition, and Arne Slot is expected to rotate his squad. This could provide valuable opportunities for young talents such as Trey Nyoni and Rio Ngumoha, while Calvin Ramsay may also feature as Liverpool look to manage workloads and avoid further setbacks.
Barnsley, meanwhile, will be without key midfielder Luca Connell, who is suspended after receiving a straight red card in their previous outing against Wigan Athletic. Aside from that absence, the Tykes are in good shape, with the remainder of the squad fit and available. Their recent lack of match action — caused by postponed fixtures against Port Vale and Wycombe Wanderers — means they should arrive refreshed, although potential rust could be a concern.
With Liverpool’s depth likely to be tested and Barnsley eager to capitalise on any opportunity, the clash presents an intriguing balance between Premier League quality and lower-league determination.