Mansion Sports – The 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League continues with another compelling fixture, this time featuring Liverpool hosting PSV Eindhoven at Anfield. The match is scheduled for Wednesday, 26 November 2025, with kickoff at 20:00 local time.

Despite Liverpool’s historically dominant record over PSV, the recent decline in the Reds’ form gives Peter Bosz and his squad renewed confidence ahead of their eighth European meeting with the Merseyside club.

Liverpool, the reigning Premier League champions, previously won all three of their Anfield encounters against PSV, yet the current circumstances present a stark contrast to past meetings.

Team Conditions Ahead of the Match

Liverpool

Liverpool’s 0–3 defeat to Nottingham Forest last weekend underlined the fragility of the team. This loss, which followed a similar 0–3 defeat to Manchester City two weeks prior, has worsened their Premier League situation and left them sitting in 12th place after 12 matchdays.

The problems within the squad are evident across all departments. Alisson Becker has returned but still conceded three consecutive goals for the first time since April 1965.

Virgil van Dijk leads a backline composed of Ibrahima Konaté—whose contract reportedly expires in 2026—Milos Kerkez, who continues to struggle, and a vacant right flank following Trent Alexander-Arnold’s move to Real Madrid.

Dominik Szoboszlai, expected to be one of Liverpool’s standout performers, has been deployed as an emergency right-back, while the midfield has yet to rediscover its rhythm.

In attack, Mohamed Salah is far from his usual clinical form, Alexander Isak has had difficulties linking up with Hugo Ekitike, and Florian Wirtz is still adjusting to Premier League football.

Liverpool have performed slightly better in the Champions League, winning three of four league-phase matches to occupy eighth place—the final automatic qualification spot for the Round of 16.

PSV Eindhoven

Historically, Liverpool have the advantage with five wins from seven previous meetings, including three at Anfield. However, this impressive record is now under pressure given Liverpool’s vulnerability.

PSV enter the match unbeaten in their last 11 games across all competitions. Their Champions League campaign has been mixed so far, recording one win, two draws, and one defeat from the first four matchdays.

They have scored nine goals and conceded seven, reflecting Peter Bosz’s high-risk tactical approach.

Following a surprising 1–3 loss to Union Saint-Gilloise, PSV responded with consecutive 1–1 draws against Bayer Leverkusen and Olympiacos, followed by an emphatic 6–2 victory over Napoli.

Their current position—18th out of 36—secures a playoff spot, though the margin is thin with several teams ranked 25th to 28th just three points behind.

Supporters travelling to Anfield may feel conflicted: PSV have won only once in their last 14 matches against English clubs in Europe, yet Liverpool’s inconsistency gives Bosz’s team an opportunity to achieve a positive result.

Liverpool vs PSV Eindhoven Lineups for November 2025

Liverpool (4-3-3)

Liverpool are likely to remain without Florian Wirtz, Giovanni Leoni, and right-backs Jeremie Frimpong and Conor Bradley.

Szoboszlai is expected to continue as a makeshift right-back, while Andrew Robertson occupies the left side.

In attack, Mohamed Salah aims to reach the milestone of 50 Champions League goals, supported by Hugo Ekitike and Cody Gakpo, the former PSV forward who scored 55 goals in 159 appearances for the Dutch club.

Liverpool Starting XI and Coach

PSV Eindhoven (4-2-3-1)

PSV have no major injury concerns following their victory over NAC Breda, with only Ruben van Bommel and Alassane Plea unavailable.

Guus Til is expected to continue as an emergency striker, aiming to extend his impressive run of six goal contributions in his last five appearances, while Ismael Saibari and Ricardo Pepi provide additional attacking strength.

PSV Eindhoven Starting XI and Coach

With the contrasting conditions of both teams, this match at Anfield is guaranteed to be exciting and full of drama. Make sure you have snacks ready, sit comfortably, and fully enjoy this action-packed match!