Brighton obviously have nothing to lose so they will have a go. A team that plays without fear can be dangerous. Don't think this is the game for Klopp to mess with the line up. Play Hendo and TAA in their normal position.
Think we'll win but nothing is guaranteed.
On any other day I would agree, but this is the last game before probably the toughest match of the whole year and we have a problem in midfield that is completely paralyzing our attack. We only need one point from this match. These modifications would not jeopardize the defensive part of our game. Hendo is still playing the same position, but with defensive instructions. TAA is also still playing RB, but we'd be counting on him to make a little more attacking runs with Hendo or Milner covering for him. Same for Robbo.
Nothing wrong with that formation and the starting 11 you have chosen... I have always felt that Firmino could forefill that role, and Ings did not look that bad when he was playing in that position a couple of game back, albeit a bit rusty
Exactly, Ings looked good except for his finishing touch, but this is the least of my concerns if we can let our attack breath with Mane, Salah and Firmino on the pitch.
If this works I also like the fact that Milner and Hendo will have much clearer defensive roles to strengthen our weakness (defense) in front of an incredibly good offensive team. Of course, Milner is the top assist-man of the competition, but nothing stops him from supporting attack when he needs to.
Madrid are really good at playing the same game we play on the counters. If we get caught trying too hard up front with Milner, Salah, Bobby, Mane and one of the fullbacks, we'll concede one after the other.
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