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Liverpool vs. Barnsley: FA Cup Third Round Clash
5 months agoUS
Liverpool prepares to face Barnsley in the FA Cup third round at Anfield. This match sees the Premier League champions facing a League One side with history between the two clubs, including Barnsley's memorable 2008 victory. The article previews team news, key players, and how to watch the match live.
Key Insights
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Liverpool aims to avoid a repeat of last season's FA Cup slip-up against lower-league opposition.
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Young Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha is expected to feature prominently.
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Barnsley hopes to repeat their 2008 FA Cup upset against Liverpool.
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Liverpool will be without key players Salah and Endo, while Barnsley will miss Connell due to suspension.
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The fourth-round draw has Liverpool or Barnsley playing Brighton, adding extra incentive.
In-Depth Analysis
Liverpool, despite a recent draw with Arsenal, has been in strong form, climbing back into the top four of the Premier League. Manager Arne Slot is expected to field a strong team, learning from last season's mistakes in the FA Cup.
Barnsley, currently mid-table in League One, will look to draw inspiration from their historic 2008 FA Cup win at Anfield. Manager Conor Hourihane, a former Villa midfielder, aims to replicate that success, understanding the challenge posed by the Premier League champions.
Team News:
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Liverpool:: Ekitike may return, but Bradley is out with a knee injury. Salah and Endo are unavailable. Promising youngster Ngumoha is likely to play a key role.
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Barnsley:: Connell is suspended, but Gent, Roberts, and Ogbeta could return. O'Connell is in contention to feature.
How to Watch:
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US:: ESPN Plus ([ESPN Select](https://www.espn.com/?ref=yanuki.com) or [ESPN Unlimited](https://www.espn.com/?ref=yanuki.com))
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UK:: TNT Sports 1 ([TNT Sports](https://www.tntsports.co.uk/?ref=yanuki.com))
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Canada:: Sportsnet ([Sportsnet Plus](https://www.sportsnet.ca/?ref=yanuki.com))
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Australia:: Stan Sport ([Stan Sport](https://www.stan.com.au/?ref=yanuki.com))
FAQs
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Q: When is the match?
Monday, Jan 12 at 7:45 p.m. GMT.
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Q: Where is the match being played?
Anfield, Liverpool.
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Q: What channel is the game on?
See the streaming options in the "In-Depth Analysis" section.
Key Takeaways
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Liverpool is heavily favored but Barnsley will be inspired by their 2008 FA Cup win.
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Watch out for young Liverpool winger Rio Ngumoha.
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Check local listings for how to watch the game live.
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