Liverpool return to domestic action on Saturday afternoon, playing host to Patrick Vieira’s Crystal Palace. The former Arsenal great is quite the contrast to Palace’s former manager, with the relatively in-experienced Frenchman having previously coached New York City FC and Nice before arriving in South London, compared to the 75 clubs Roy Hodgson managed during his extensive managerial career spanning 50 decades. (Note: not a typo)
The Reds are in League Cup action against Norwich on Tuesday evening so expect minimal rotation following the 3-2 victory against AC Milan in the Champion’s League on Wednesday, with fresh legs expected for the trip to Carrow Road instead.
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