Liverpool face an unfamiliar opponent on Saturday when they welcome League Two side Accrington Stanley to Anfield in the FA Cup third round.
The Reds have clashed with the Lancashire Minnows only once before – and that is FA Cup They met again in 1956 – and they should have no qualms in maintaining their perfect head-to-head record against them on Saturday lunchtime.
Arne Slott is expected to make major changes to his starting line-up at the weekend after a disappointing start to the new year, with fringe players potentially given a chance to impress the Dutchman during his first FA Cup appearance.
Here's how Liverpool He could line up against Accrington.
Goalkeeper: Kevin Kelleher – The Irishman failed to keep his place in the starting lineup Against Tottenham But he should be given some minutes in Liverpool's first FA Cup match of the season. He is expected to get a clean sheet on Saturday.
Right-back: Connor Bradley – With fixtures coming thick and fast for Liverpool at the start of the new season, including a trip to Nottingham Forest next Tuesday, Bradley could get another round at the weekend to give Trent Alexander-Arnold more rest.
Centre-back: Ibrahima Konate – The centre-back could be a problem for Liverpool this weekend. Ideally, Slot would have liked to hand over his first option on the day off, but Joe Gomez was injured Jarrell Quansah's illness Meaning Konate might have to start. Either that or Liverpool opt for youngsters, like Amara Nalu.
Center back: Wataru Endo – Endo filled in as a centre-back on Wednesday during Defeat against Tottenham He played there earlier this season against Southampton. The Japanese captain could be used in such a role against Accrington.
LB: Andy Robertson – Kostas Tsimikas played in midweek, and a lack of alternative left-back options meant Robertson would likely return against Accrington. The Scot's poor form led to Questions regarding his long-term future at Anfield.
DM: Tyler Morton – Morton impressed on loan last season and was given the odd chance in the Carabao Cup under Slott. The deep-lying playmaker will have another chance to shine against Accrington.
DM: Trey Nyoni – Big things are expected from 17-year-old Nyonyi, who has made three first-team appearances so far. The elegant midfielder rarely fails to impress in either pre-season or competitive matches.
Right wing: Federico Chiesa – If one Liverpool player could use a goal against Accrington, it would be Chiesa. A stuttering start to his Anfield career was compounded by the plethora of appearances Injuries And he is still waiting for the Reds' first strike.
AM: Harvey Elliott – An injury early in the season saw Elliott fall down the pecking order, but he has proven effective when called upon. He has made just nine appearances this season, most of which have come off the bench.
Left wing: Luis Diaz – With the bulk of Liverpool's exciting academy forwards out on loan, Diaz could be tasked with starting the match against Accrington. He only played half an hour in midweek and could last longer on Saturday.
ST: Darwin Nunez – Like Chiesa, Liverpool striker Nunez is in desperate need of a positive display. The Uruguayan has registered just four goals and three assists in 25 appearances this season, and continues to struggle for consistency.
