Is this the last game of the 24/25 season or the first game of an exciting season ahead. Either way a chance for another trophy/shield this Sunday and a proper warm up before the real competition starts against Bournemouth on Friday 15th.
Looking forward to seeing the new signings and team set up. Probably expect most of the starting team from last year with only a couple of changes.
Nice comfy win, no injuries, stick Guehi on the bus afterwards and take him back up north with us.
Job done and first win of many.
This isnāt just the annual curtaināraiser: itās Liverpoolās first big test without Trent or DĆaz under Slot. Wirtzās arrival marks a new era. Slot praised him as a creative alternative to Trentās influence.
Palace arrive on the back of a historic FA Cup triumph ā their first major trophy ā and, under Oliver Glasner, they have built a reputation for organisation, resilience, and sharp counterāattacks. They have spent the summer consolidating rather than overhauling, keen to prove their Wembley win was not a oneāoff. For the South London club, this match is a free hit ā a chance to add another chapter to an unprecedented year.
For Liverpool, itās a different kind of challenge. The preāseason schedule was encouraging, with a mix of promising performances from new signings and younger players, but the competitive edge of Wembley is a step up.
Slot has spoken repeatedly about ācontrolā ā control of the ball, of the tempo, of the matchās rhythm. Against Palaceās defensive structure, that philosophy will be tested immediately. The wide spaces at Wembley will also be a factor, potentially stretching the game and opening gaps if Liverpool can move the ball quickly enough.
The Community Shield may be classed as a friendly in the record books, but neither manager will want to begin their season on the wrong note. For Palace, itās a chance to show they can challenge the leagueās elite again. For Liverpool, itās the start of a new era ā and in football, first impressions matter.
Solid performances in pre-season (including Wirtz, Ekitike, Ngumoha) mean expectations are high.
Palace are FA Cup winners, flying high ā but Liverpool would view this as a statement of continuity and ambition.
Predicted XI
Alisson; Frimpong, Van Dijk, KonatƩ, Kerkez; Mac Allister, Gravenberch; Wirtz; Salah, Darwin/Ekitike, Gakpo.
Prediction: Liverpool 2ā1, with Wirtz and Salah causing Palace problems.
Slotās first big test?
Its a glorified friendly thats why Gravs suspension doesnāt count.
Well without Trent & DĆaz!
CYOG not here to complain about the time zones.
Cynicaloldgit?
He past.
Wonāt see him no moreā¦
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I thought he was banned?
Yeah I was just goofing around. Iām sure heās alive and well, unless heās passed in the night, and has yet to be discoveredā¦
Phew, that would have been hardcore, euthanized by the mods because the ban hammer was not severe enough.
@ISMF any comment?
They are looking into this as a future option for you naughty boys
In all context, it does not mean anything whether we lose or win but from a season with us investing so much money into the squad, fans will want to see signs of these signings heralding a new era of continued success and of course our competitors hoping we fail. It will be a great occasion and I am sure Slot and the team want to win it regardless.
This is a big game for me - not so much for the result but to work on patterns and positions of play. We need to face some intensity especially in our defence. I expect Mama will start as Ali has been away and I hope our back 5 are tested. We have a tough start to the season and (while it sounds silly to say about an opening game) Bournemouth feels like a āmust winā game given we will then go to Tyneside and face Arsenal.
5-4 triller
Are we playing our 2nd team then?
So, yeah, football.
As far as I can see, this is on TNT Sports in the UK and ESPN+ in the US. I canāt see it being advertised live anywhere else, but there is some obscure streaming service in Germany showing it delayed the next day.
Anyone know of any other official broadcasts?
Stan sport down under. Doubt that helps!
Well, not for me, but I am sure it is for someone else.