Liverpool come from behind to record victory over Tottenham at Anfield and restore their six-point lead at the Premier League summit. Tottenham vs Liverpool: Prediction, team news and match preview with Dele Alli and Hugo Lloris ruled out SunSport brings you all you need to know about the Premier League clash this weekend Preview (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)OLI SCARFF/AFP/Getty Images OLI SCARFF, epa07554429 Xherdan Shaqiri (L) of Liverpool and Arturo Vidal of Barcelona (R) in action during the UEFA Champions League semi final 2nd leg match between Liverpool FC and FC Barcelona at Anfield, Liverpool, Britain, 07 May 2019. Salah has a shot blocked inside the box after a dangerous counter. Start your Independent Premium subscription today. It's maybe the best night of my life professional-wise.". We will be there and we will try to play a very positive game.". Son breaks into space behind the Liverpool defence; thankfully, a crucial challenge from Alexander-Arnold thwarts his progress. Tune into our pre-match broadcast from Estadio Metropolitano now as we count down to kick-off in the Champions League final. Fabinho lines one up from distance, but it deflects off Winks and makes it easy for Lloris to collect. Draw - 13/5
PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. Double save from Alisson denies first Son from range and then Moura. Supporters taking flags larger than 3x2m into the stadium must have fire certification and should drop them at the stadium outer perimeter gate S1 by 5pm local time. Jurgen Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino are battling for their first trophy at their respective clubs in Madrid Read about Liverpool v Spurs in the Premier League 2017/18 season, including lineups, stats and live blogs, on the official website of the Premier League. Determination. The thoughts of everyone at Liverpool Football Club are with Jose’s family friends. She is removed from the field by two stewards. Spurs claim handball as Matip's clearance clatters against a teammate inside the box, but the officials aren't interested. Van Dijk rises to boom a Tottenham corner away in the middle of the box. Picture date: Tuesday May 7, 2019. Liverpool's march towards the Premier League title continued as they beat Tottenham 1-0 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium to set a new European points record. A minute’s applause is observed in the stadium in memory of Jose Antonio Reyes, who tragically passed away today at the age of the 35 today. We'll also be going live on our social media channels and YouTube account at 6.45pm BST. #lfc #allezallezallez #liverpool #ChampionsLeague #championsleaguefinal #madrid #spain #number6, A post shared by Nadim Badran (@badrannadim) on Jun 1, 2019 at 4:26am PDT, my beauties are all ready for the final! We caught up with Reds legend John Barnes in Madrid this afternoon to get his thoughts on the fascinating match ahead... We invited Jonathan Wilson to assess the key tactical aspects of the Champions League final and the managerial approaches of Klopp and Mauricio Pochettino - well worth a read ahead of kick-off. (Photo by Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images) Andrew Powell, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Barcelona's Lionel Messi looks dejected REUTERS/Phil Noble PHIL NOBLE, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 General view of the scoreboard during the match Action Images via Reuters/Carl Recine CARL RECINE, LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Ernesto Valverde, Manager of Barcelona reacts during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final second leg match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield on May 07, 2019 in Liverpool, England. The tale of the first-half tape, as told by Opta... Mohamed Salah's second-minute penalty is the difference between the teams at the half-way point of the Champions League final in Madrid. Focus. The winner will set up an all-English Super Cup final against Chelsea or Arsenal next season. Liverpool stun Barcelona: 'This club touches you like crazy' says Klopp, Liverpool vs Barcelona: The story of the game, When is the Champions League final? See PA story SOCCER Liverpool. Liverpool will hope to recover Roberto Firmino, while Mohamed Salah’s will have cleared the concussion protocol in time for him to return. Picture date: Tuesday May 7, 2019. Peter Byrne, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool's Divock Origi celebrates scoring their fourth goal with Xherdan Shaqiri and Trent Alexander-Arnold REUTERS/Phil Noble PHIL NOBLE, LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 07: (THE SUN OUT, THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT) Divock Origi of Liverpool celebrates scoring the forth goal during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final second leg match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield on May 07, 2019 in Liverpool, England. Klopp is first off and leads his staff and players through to the dressing room. Tottenham will hope to recover Harry Kane in time for the final. Alexander-Arnold concedes a free-kick in a really dangerous position for Liverpool on the left of the area. This is what it means. DIVOCK ORIGI!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Liverpool come from behind to record victory over Tottenham at Anfield and restore their six-point lead at the Premier League summit. The temperature is expected to remain in the high 20s by the time the game kicks off at 9pm local time. Speaking to BT Sport, Alexander-Arnold says: "It's hard to put into words what has just happened. (Photo by Paul ELLIS / AFP)PAUL ELLIS/AFP/Getty Images PAUL ELLIS, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum celebrates scoring their third goal with Jordan Henderson and Trent Alexander-Arnold REUTERS/Phil Noble PHIL NOBLE, Liverpool's Dutch midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum (C) celebrates with Liverpool's English midfielder Jordan Henderson (L) and Liverpool's English defender Trent Alexander-Arnold after scoring their third goal during the UEFA Champions league semi-final second leg football match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on May 7, 2019. So the supporters at the Fan Park enjoyed Jamie Webster's performance earlier... A post shared by Jamie Carragher ❤️ (@23_carra) on Jun 1, 2019 at 8:00am PDT, *Final weather update of the season klaxon*. See PA story SOCCER Liverpool. This is only the start for this group - all with the best times of their careers ahead of them. We've worked together for a while and we will work together for a couple more years and everything is fine," said Klopp of his relationship with the club. Tottenham have begun the second half on the offensive. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) Shaun Botterill, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool's Jordan Henderson celebrates after the match REUTERS/Phil Noble PHIL NOBLE, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Barcelona's Marc-Andre ter Stegen reacts after the match Action Images via Reuters/Carl Recine CARL RECINE, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Barcelona's Ivan Rakitic, Clement Lenglet and Philippe Coutinho react after conceding their third goal scored by Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum Action Images via Reuters/Carl Recine CARL RECINE, Barcelona coach Ernesto Valverde walks next to the bench during the Champions League semifinal, second leg, soccer match between Liverpool and FC Barcelona at the Anfield stadium in Liverpool, England, Tuesday, May 7, 2019. Picture date: Tuesday May 7, 2019. As I've learned, I have enough time for that after a game! External Link, Kane celebrates century with special Nike boots, Match report: Reds held by Spurs after late drama at Anfield The talking is over and the Champions League final is under way as Jordan Henderson kicks the game off. Please continue to respect all commenters and create constructive debates. Developed and maintained by the LFC Technology and Transformation Team. #SixTimes You'll Never Walk Alone booms around Estadio Metropolitano. Explore the site, discover the latest Spurs news & matches and check out our new stadium. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) Shaun Botterill, LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 07: (THE SUN OUT, THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT) Georginio Wijnaldum of Liverpool scores the second goal and celebrates during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final second leg match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield on May 07, 2019 in Liverpool, England. Liverpool 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur. The most insightful comments on all subjects will be published daily in dedicated articles. Alexander-Arnold takes aim from range and skims his effort narrowly wide of the post. That's big. "It's something that the whole family wanted for me and there's been a lot of sacrifices along the way," he said. Spurs have grown in terms of their threat, here. Peter Byrne, LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Jurgen Klopp, Manager of Liverpool and James Milner of Liverpool in discussion during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final second leg match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield on May 07, 2019 in Liverpool, England. Enjoy the latest instalment of our Inside Madrid series, which takes you on the journey the players took from Liverpool to the Spanish capital on Friday - and plenty more... Trent Alexander-Arnold is set to feature in a second Champions League final at the age of 20 tonight and in the last of our big interviews before the game, the No.66 opened up on what it would mean to lift the trophy and his ambitions with the club. (Photo by Andrew Powell/Liverpool FC via Getty Images) Andrew Powell, Barcelona's Lionel Messi (left) reacts during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final, second leg match at Anfield, Liverpool. View Liverpool FC scores, fixtures and results for all competitions on the official website of the Premier League. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) Clive Brunskill, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum scores their third goal REUTERS/Phil Noble PHIL NOBLE, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum celebrates scoring their third goal with Jordan Henderson REUTERS/Phil Noble PHIL NOBLE, Liverpool's Dutch midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum (R) celebrates after scoring their third goal during the UEFA Champions league semi-final second leg football match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on May 7, 2019. "I'm so proud to be part of this football club, but to captain it is even more special. The Liverpool squad have just arrived at Estadio Metropolitano on their unmissable team coach. "It is a while ago we fell in love with each other and that's now how it is. The move should see viewing figures jump to tens of millions in the UK. You can also choose to be emailed when someone replies to your comment. "What a night. Alli tries to - somewhat audaciously - hook one over the head of Allison. Alisson has to push Son's low effort aorund the post. Liverpool 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur. Harry Winks is a doubt with a groin problem, but could make it back for Liverpool or England’s Nations League semi-final. The Reds can lift their sixth European crown, while Spurs are looking for their first. Photo credit should read: Peter Byrne/PA Wire. Tottenham vs Liverpool: Champions League final date, time and TV, live stream information. A second Liverpool change sees Milner replace Wijnaldum in midfield. So grateful to lift t… https://t.co/u3DbDfppXe, Crowned king of Europe X6 in my home @wandametropolitano ❤️ So happy for everyone at the club, staff , players and supporters. Tottenham - 17/5. #UCLfinal kick-off is approaching. Find your bookmarks in your Independent Premium section, under my profile. Dream come true! (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) Shaun Botterill, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Barcelona's Luis Suarez reacts after conceding their first goal scored by Liverpool's Divock Origi Action Images via Reuters/Carl Recine CARL RECINE, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool's Joel Matip and Barcelona's Luis Suarez both react after going down REUTERS/Phil Noble PHIL NOBLE, LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Jordan Henderson of Liverpool beats Gerard Pique of Barcelona as it leads to their first goal during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final second leg match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield on May 07, 2019 in Liverpool, England. Salah makes no mistake from the penalty spot and the Reds have an absolute dream start in Madrid. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) Clive Brunskill, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool fans celebrate after the match Action Images via Reuters/Carl Recine CARL RECINE, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool players and fans celebrate after the match Action Images via Reuters/Carl Recine TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY CARL RECINE. Shirt and shorts weather, we're sure you'll agree. Naby Keita is out for the season. Mohamed Salah converted an early penalty in Madrid before Divock Origi came off the bench to seal an historic victory. Pochettino’s side could become the second team from London to lift the Champions League after Chelsea’s triumph in 2012. The Reds touched down in Madrid in mid-afternoon on Friday after a two-hour flight from Liverpool, and headed to Estadio Metropolitano for a training session amid the warm temperatures. Alisson comes through a crowd of bodies to punch a Spurs corner away before Rose's follow-up is blocked by Salah. External Link, Kane becomes second-fastest to join 100 Club, Liverpool 2-2 Spurs - reaction from Anfield Independent Premium Comments can be posted by members of our membership scheme, Independent Premium. ❤️⚽️ @liverpoolfc #ynwa #babiesofinstagram #final #liverpoolvstottenham #madrid #madrid2019 #championsleague #newbalance #footballkits #liverpool #lfc #youllneverwalkalone #liverbird #allezallezallez #toddlersofinstagram #clickinmoms #momswithcameras #pixel_kids #beautiful, A post shared by & - (@arabellaelizabeth_harperrose) on Jun 1, 2019 at 4:32am PDT. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images) Clive Brunskill, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Barcelona's Luis Suarez reacts Action Images via Reuters/Carl Recine CARL RECINE, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp speaks with a match official Action Images via Reuters/Carl Recine CARL RECINE, Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum scores his side's second goal of the game during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final, second leg match at Anfield, Liverpool. We'll be keeping you across all of the build-up in Spain before providing live match updates from Estadio Metropolitano and, hopefully, reaction to an incredible night. EPA/NEIL HALL NEIL HALL, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool's Divock Origi scores their fourth goal REUTERS/Phil Noble PHIL NOBLE, LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Divock Origi of Liverpool (27) celebrates as he scores his team's fourth goal with Xherdan Shaqiri and team mates during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final second leg match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield on May 07, 2019 in Liverpool, England. 50% of Liverpool's matches end with both teams scoring and their average total goals per match is 4.5. Want an ad-free experience?Subscribe to Independent Premium. Spurs beginning to increase the pressure on the Liverpool defence here as they chase an equaliser. YESSS!! Welcome to the official Tottenham Hotspur website. Now the favourites, compared to last year’s crushing defeat to Real Madrid, they face a Tottenham side riding a wave. Are you sure you want to delete this comment? "We've done something special again tonight.". Please be respectful when making a comment and adhere to our Community Guidelines. (Photo by Shaun Botterill/Getty Images) Shaun Botterill, LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 07: Arturo Vidal of Barcelona is challenged by James Milner of Liverpool during the UEFA Champions League Semi Final second leg match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield on May 07, 2019 in Liverpool, England. Serge Aurier is recovering from a hamstring injury, while Davinson Sanchez is coping with a thigh problem. Due to the sheer scale of this comment community, we are not able to give each post the same level of attention, but we have preserved this area in the interests of open debate. The final is on June 1, kick-off at the Wanda Metropolitano in Madrid is at 8pm GMT. Liverpool: Alisson, Alexander-Arnold, Matip, Van Dijk, Robertson, Fabinho, Henderson, Wijnaldum, Mane, Salah, Firmino. See PA story SOCCER Liverpool. Play is halted for the moment after someone decided to run onto the pitch from the crowd. Here's how our dressing room at Estadio Metropolitano is looking ahead of kick-off... We're live from Estadio Metropolitano for the final build-up to the Champions League showpiece... Tottenham: Lloris, Trippier, Alderweireld, Vertonghen, Rose, Winks, Sissoko, Eriksen, Dele, Son, Kane. Photo credit should read: Peter Byrne/PA Wire. 01:48 – Mohamed Salah’s opener for Liverpool is the second fastest goal in a Champions League final, only behind Pa… https://t.co/4ALZfzPBIr. Peter Byrne, Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson Becker (left), Georginio Wijnaldum (centre) and Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates after the UEFA Champions League Semi Final, second leg match at Anfield, Liverpool. Peter Byrne, LIVERPOOL, ENGLAND - MAY 07: (THE SUN OUT, THE SUN ON SUNDAY OUT) Liverpool players sing the anthem 'You'll Never Walk Alone" with the Liverpool fans at the end of the UEFA Champions League Semi Final second leg match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield on May 07, 2019 in Liverpool, England. The No.66 is the first ever player aged under 21 to start consecutive Champions League finals. A post shared by Jamie Carragher ❤️ (@23_carra) on Jun 1, 2019 at 9:16am PDT. Watch the moment Jordan Henderson became the fifth Liverpool captain to lift the European Cup in the free video below... Been some great photos tonight, this is the best...#SeanCox https://t.co/eBqR0Ktf2o. This has been my dream since I started playing football! He lays it off to Vertonghen to shoot, but an offside flag is raised. The Liverpoolfc.com wouldn't have minded Dua Lipa performing once again, however, after her stunning show in Kiev. All rights reserved. The 'keeper had to fling himself across the goal to keep it out. Create a commenting name to join the debate, There are no Independent Premium comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts, There are no comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts. Take a look at their workout with our gallery of 62 photos below... A post shared by Roberto Firmino (@roberto_firmino) on May 31, 2019 at 12:37pm PDT, We are ready ⚽️ #UCLfinal #weareliverpool #Madrid #YNWA, A post shared by James Milner (@jamesmilnerofficial) on May 31, 2019 at 11:39am PDT, The day has arrived #Matchday #UCLfinal #YNWA, A post shared by Liverpool Football Club (@liverpoolfc) on Jun 1, 2019 at 1:16am PDT. Live Text. These are moments we'll never ever forget. Alli scampers into space in the Liverpool box, but Matip is there again with an important block. It's a ninth European Cup final for Liverpool tonight - and for Stephen Monaghan too. This season in the Premier League (England), Liverpool FC stats show they are performing Excellent overall, currently placing them at 4 /20 in the Premier League Table, winning 100% of matches.. On average Liverpool score 3 goals and concede 1.5 goals per match. A 23-man squad was named for tonight's match on Friday, with Klopp permitted to select up to 12 substitutes after a change in UEFA regulations since last season. Twelve games each, incredible semi-final comebacks and group-stage escapes - examine all of the numbers behind Liverpool and Tottenham's run to the Champions League final below... Our breakfast show from Madrid is just about to get under way - and it features none other than Sir Kenny Dalglish, a man who knows a lot about winning the European Cup, having done so three times with the club. Confirmation of history made by Trent Alexander-Arnold tonight. https://t.co/7L5Xv1qstW. A stunning save from Alisson keeps out Eriksen's attempt from the free-kick. Spurs face Liverpool in Madrid. Want to bookmark your favourite articles and stories to read or reference later? Spurs' first change sees Winks replaced by Moura. All rights reserved. Mauricio Pochettino’s side pulled off a remarkable comeback to match the Reds’ own thrilling win against Barcelona on Tuesday night. A vital block from Matip stops Sissoko from sending Son clean through on Alisson's goal. Harry Kane gave the visitors the lead after just 49 seconds, stooping to nod over the line … Milner is an inch away from making it 2-0 after Mane and Salah combined superly to set him up on the edge of the box. The existing Open Comments threads will continue to exist for those who do not subscribe to Independent Premium. https://t.co/NGUJa7maDn, 0 - No opposition player has completed a dribble past Virgil van Dijk in any of his last 64 appearances in all comp… https://t.co/yE4qNV5cJc. ", Just a normal lad from Liverpool whose dream has just come true #YNWA #UCLfinal https://t.co/DOIPwVkdkA. Mohamed Salah's record scoring streak in numbers He begins this one with a goal from the penalty spot with his first touch. Belief. External Link, Liverpool 2-2 Spurs - report from Anfield #SixTimes It's tipped over by Lloris. Jan Vertonghen picked up an ankle injury in Amsterdam, but should recover in time for Madrid. ", A moment we'll never forget. Estadio Metropolitano, Sadio Mane could become the first Liverpool player ever to score in back-to-back European Cup finals, Jordan Henderson will be the fourth player to captain an English side in two European Cup finals, after Emlyn Hughes, Steven Gerrard and John McGovern. PRESS ASSOCIATION Photo. What a story. Match ends, Tottenham … (Photo by Oli SCARFF / AFP)OLI SCARFF/AFP/Getty Images OLI SCARFF, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp reacts REUTERS/Phil Noble PHIL NOBLE, Soccer Football - Champions League Semi Final Second Leg - Liverpool v FC Barcelona - Anfield, Liverpool, Britain - May 7, 2019 Barcelona's Luis Suarez and Gerard Pique react after conceding their third goal scored by Liverpool's Georginio Wijnaldum Action Images via Reuters/Carl Recine CARL RECINE, Barcelona's German goalkeeper Marc-Andre Ter Stegen (L) blocks a shot by Liverpool's Senegalese striker Sadio Mane during the UEFA Champions league semi-final second leg football match between Liverpool and Barcelona at Anfield in Liverpool, north west England on May 7, 2019.