Spartak Moscow vs Liverpool as it happened: Wasteful Reds fail to win again
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Your support makes all the difference.Liverpool wasted a string of chances and needed a first-half equaliser from Philippe Coutinho to secure a 1-1 draw with Spartak Moscow in the Champions League on Tuesday.
Liverpool fell behind when goalkeeper Loris Karius was slow to react to a curling free kick from 25 metres by Spartak's Fernando, which sailed into the net in the 23nd minute.
Jurgen Klopp's side were back on level terms, however, eight minutes later when Sadio Mane, returning after a three-match domestic suspension, combined brilliantly with Coutinho, before the Brazilian fired the ball above Spartak goalkeeper Artem Rebrov.
With draws in their first two Champions League fixtures, Liverpool and Spartak have two points, behind Group E leaders Sevilla, who beat Maribor 3-0.
What time does it start?
The game kicks off at 7.45pm (BST) at the Otkrytiye Arena on Tuesday 26 September.
Where can I watch it?
BT Sport 2 will be broadcasting the game. Alternatively, return to this page for updates from our live blog.
It's a big game for...
Loris Karius. The German goalkeeper has been guaranteed a start by his manager, and with Simon Mignolet suffering another mixed game against Leicester at the weekend this could well be a chance for Karius to prove he deserves a longer run in the first team.
Player to watch…
Mario Pasalic. The Croatian midfielder is one of the horde of youngsters sent out on loan by Chelsea. Signed from Hajduk Split in 2014, he has spent almost all of his time away from Stamford Bridge – taking in spells at Elche, Monaco and AC Milan. He signed a new four-year contract with the Blues this summer though and has nailed down a starting place at the heart of the Spartak midfield. Known more for his defensive capabilities but has still chipped in with a few goals already this season. A Premier League star of the future?
Form…
Spartak Moscow: DWDDW
Liverpool: WLDDL
Odds…
Spartak Moscow: 9/2
Draw: 7/2
Liverpool: 4/7
Goal!
Apoel 0-2 Tottenham
62 mins: On the break Moussa Sissoko finds Harry Kane and he doubles his tally for the evening.
64 mins: Spartak Moscow are forced into a change in goal. Artyom Rebrov is forced off with a knee injury after clashing with Mohamed Salah. Aleksandr Selikhov comes which might please Liverpool fans as Rebrov has had a great game so far.
Goal!
Apoel 0-3 Tottenham
67 mins: Harry Kane scores his first hat trick in the Champions League which makes his the top goalscorer in this year's competition.
70 mins: Sadio's Mane return to action is over, he is replaced by Daniel Sturridge.
71 mins: Both goalkeepers take turns to play sweeper. First Aleksandr Selikhov clears forward then Loris Karius reacts well to clear a dangerous long pass.
72 mins: Emre Can has looked a little shaky since his yellow card early in the seventh minute. He's replaced by Georginio Wijnaldum.
Missed penalty
72 mins: Leroy Sane wins a penalty for Manchester City and up steps Mr Reliable. But this time Sergio Aguero has missed the spot kick.
77 mins: Trent Alexander-Arnold receives the ball in an advanced position, cuts onto his left foot and slams a shot narrowly over.
80 mins: Roberto Fimino wins back possession on the edge of the box and has time and space to shoot but embarrassingly blazes his effort over the bar.
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