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Liverpool vs Monaco: Prediction, Betting Tips and Match Preview

⚽ World Club Friendlies · World · 9 August 2026
Liverpool logoLiverpool
2:3
1st half: 2:1
09.08.2026 14:30
Monaco logoMonaco

Match events

Alexander Isak1:0⚽
16′
Florian Wirtz2:0⚽
29′
44′
⚽2:1Aleksandr Golovin
56′
⚽2:2Mika Biereth
88′
⚽2:3Paris Brunner
90′
🟨Oumar Konate

Match statistics: Liverpool vs Monaco

LiverpoolMonaco
52Ball possession, %48
15Shots14
6Shots on target8
0Corners4
9Fouls8
6Offsides2
0Yellow cards1
0Red cards0
78Attacks80
42Dangerous attacks28

💡 Match preview Liverpool vs Monaco

By Kelechi Balogun — Football expert specializing in European and American leagues

Liverpool and Monaco are set to face off in another summer friendly as both sides fine-tune their preparations for the upcoming season. For the hosts, this match carries extra significance: it marks the debut of newly appointed manager Andoni Iraola at Anfield. The Monegasques, meanwhile, view this as one of their final serious tests before heading into UEFA Conference League qualifying. With both teams still searching for their ideal shape and rhythm, this encounter promises tactical intrigue and plenty of attacking ambition.

Tactical Analysis: Liverpool

During the Premier League Summer Series in the United States, Liverpool delivered a series of performances that were bright but inconsistent. They defeated Sunderland 4–2 and Wrexham 1–0, but then suffered a painful 4–2 loss to Leeds United after leading 2–0 at halftime, conceding four goals in the second half. In attack, the Reds have shown excellent ball movement and creative play, with Florian Wirtz and Alexander Isak heavily involved. However, the injury to Joe Gomez has exposed a critical shortage in the defensive line, and the lack of concentration without specialist defenders led to the collapse in the last friendly.

The departure of Ibrahima Konaté and Andrew Robertson on free transfers has only deepened the defensive woes. A potential solution may come in the form of 21-year-old Frenchman Jérémy Jacquet, signed from Rennes. To strengthen the attack after the exit of Mohamed Salah, Liverpool also brought in winger Víctor Muñoz from Osasuna. Still, due to a shortage of right-sided attackers, the club is actively negotiating for PSG’s Bradley Barcola—a deal that could become the most high-profile transfer of the summer.

On the personnel front, there is reason for optimism. Only Alexis Mac Allister remains on leave after the World Cup final. Yes, there are injuries—Hugo Ekitike and Joe Gomez are among the absentees—but key players are returning to full fitness. New signing Víctor Muñoz is eager to make his debut, while Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo, and Alisson have resumed training. This gives Iraola plenty of options to boost the attacking play, even if he is forced to experiment with left-back Luke Chambers in central defense due to the shortage of natural centre-backs.

Tactical Analysis: Monaco

Monaco have played four friendlies so far: they beat Saint-Priest 5–2 and Getafe 1–0, lost to Sporting 0–2, and drew 2–2 with Cercle Brugge. The star of the summer has been forward Paris Brunner, who has scored four goals. Alexander Golovin also continues to impress, dictating the team’s play and scoring from set pieces. However, the main issue for Filipe Luis’s side has been the vulnerability of their high defensive line to counter-attacks—a problem the new Monegasque coach has repeatedly acknowledged.

Monaco have suffered a significant blow in midfield with the sale of Alaji Bamba to Newcastle, making them more susceptible to intense pressing. The left flank has also been completely exposed after the departures of Caio Henrique and Kassoum Ouattara. To plug the defensive gaps, the club signed full-back Flávio Nazinho and centre-back Sadibu Sané. The biggest news of the summer, however, is the sale of Maghnes Akliouche to PSG—a serious blow to the team’s attacking potential. Additionally, with the possible transfer of Folarin Balogun looming, Monaco have bought striker Mathis Abline from Nantes, though there are serious doubts he can fully replace the club’s attacking leaders.

The squad situation is brightened by the return of players after the World Cup: Lamine Camara, Denis Zakaria, and Folarin Balogun are now with the team and could get minutes. Ahead of European competition, Filipe Luis is radically restructuring the team’s approach, emphasising pragmatism. Against Liverpool, the coach will likely set up a compact defensive block to stifle the opponent’s fast attacks, while also testing aggressive high pressing in specific zones.

Predicted Lineups

Liverpool (4-2-3-1): Alisson – Frimpong, van Dijk, Chambers, Kerkez – Szoboszlai, Nyoni – Muñoz, Wirtz, Gakpo – Isak

Unavailable: Gomez, Bradley, Ekitike, Leoni, Jaroš, Bajčetić (all injured), Mac Allister (not in squad)

Head coach: Andoni Iraola

Monaco (4-4-2): Köhn – Vanderson, Dyer, Kehrer, Nazinho – Golovin, Camara, Cabral, Détourbe – Brunner, Abline

Unavailable: Sallisu, Minamino, Pogba (all injured), Fati (doubtful)

Head coach: Filipe Luis

Prediction and Bet

Main prediction: Liverpool to win with a handicap (-1.5) at odds of 2.43

The hosts will take to the Anfield pitch with immense motivation for Iraola’s first home game. Monaco, on the other hand, arrive unbalanced: the loss of key destroyer Bamba and the complete overhaul of the left flank make them vulnerable. The high pace of Muñoz and Wirtz will pose an almost unsolvable problem for the visitors. Despite Luis’s attempts to set up a compact block, the lack of cohesion in the new defensive line will inevitably lead to mistakes under the intense pressure of the English side. The quality of Liverpool’s attacking line should secure a comfortable win.

Total prediction: Over 3.5 goals at odds of 2.05

Both teams prioritise attack but struggle with defensive reliability. For Liverpool, the absence of Gomez and the exit of Konaté mean that inexperienced Chambers is covering the centre-back position—an opportunity that the in-form Brunner and Golovin can exploit. At the same time, the English side consistently create chances thanks to their superb ball movement. Given the high scoring rates in Liverpool’s summer matches (4.3 goals per game) and Monaco’s (3.5 goals per game), we expect an open, eventful match with plenty of goalmouth action.

Kelechi Balogun
Kelechi Balogun
Football expert specializing in European and American leagues

Kelechi Balogun is a football expert with a focus on the Virslīga, Úrvalsdeild, MLS All-Star Game, and youth championships. He has been analyzing these leagues for over a decade, paying close attention to team form, squad rotations, and tactical adjustments. His approach to predictions is based on statistical data, including shot accuracy and fixture congestion, rather than subjective opinions.

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The editorial prediction is provided for informational purposes only and should not be treated as a direct call to action. Every reader should do their own analysis before deciding on a bet.

Starting lineups: Liverpool vs Monaco

Liverpool logoLiverpool4-2-3-1
Alisson
TsimikasNdukwevan DijkFrimpong
GravenberchSzoboszlai
GakpoWirtzKoumas
Isak
Out of squad:Gomes · InjuryBradley · InjuryEkitike · InjuryLeoni · InjuryYarosh · InjuryBajcetic · InjuryMac Allister
Monaco logoMonaco4-4-2
Hradecky
NazinhoSanéDierWanderson
IturbeCabralKamaraGolovin
AblinBiret
Out of squad:Salisu · InjuryMinamino · InjuryPogba · InjuryFati · Injury

Match odds Liverpool vs Monaco

Result (1X2)

X4.3511.624.8

Double chance

1X1.17X22.33121.21

Both teams to score

No2.55Yes1.44

Over

21.1131.5942.6555.21.51.072.51.373.52.054.53.185.55.7

Under

24.932.1841.4151.111.55.92.52.713.51.774.51.275.51.08

Handicap 1

01.2111-11.96-23.58-37.8-1.52.43-2.54.3-3.58.5

Handicap 2

03.6211.7921.2131.03-19.21.51.462.51.153.51.01

Correct score

0:0220:1220:2361:011.251:18.21:215.251:3382:010.752:18.12:211.752:3313:0143:111.253:2173:3384:0244:1194:2305:141

Predictions for Liverpool vs Monaco

GG Godwin Garba Yellow cards: Result: 2odds 2.65 Won
SO Suleiman Oni Under 3.5odds 1.91 Lost

Liverpool and Monaco face off in this Club Friendly, and I’m not expecting a goal bonanza. The total stays under 3.5, which I’m backing at 1.91 — a solid bet for a match that should stay tight.

SA Sunday Akintola Corners: Over 8.5odds 1.62 Lost

This is a summer friendly, so the intensity won't be at Champions League levels. However, the 8.5 line on corners feels too low for these two teams. Liverpool always pushes for goals under their system, and Monaco will be forced to defend and clear, leading to corner chances at both ends. I'm backing the corners to fly over the total.

CE Chinedu Eze Over 1.5 (1st half)odds 1.93 Won

Liverpool and Monaco are both capable of producing goals, and I see no reason why that trend won't start early. The first half should see at least two goals between them.

GB Gabriel Bankole Over 1.5 (1st half)odds 1.93 Won

This is a light and fun match for Liverpool. Monaco will make plenty of mistakes. I'm backing over 1.5 goals in the first half at 1.93.

YO Yusuf Oladipo Over 3.5odds 1.88 Won

Liverpool and Monaco in a preseason friendly — I'm expecting goals, and plenty of them. The over 3.5 line at 1.88 catches my eye, though I always keep in mind that friendlies can be unpredictable. Still, the way I see it, both sides will push for an entertaining result, and that usually means a high total.

EY Emmanuel Yusuf Over 2 (1st half)odds 3.00 Won

Liverpool and Monaco are both attacking sides, so I fully expect goals to flow in the opening 45 minutes. This is a friendly, but neither team holds back, which makes the over 2 line in the first half a strong play at 3.00.

DO Dele Okonkwo Corners: Over 10.5odds 2.75 Lost
BA Babatunde Abdullahi Team 1 under 2.5odds 1.71 Won

Liverpool’s goal expectancy is inflated here. Monaco know how to dig in and defend. I see the Reds falling short, with no more than two goals in this friendly.

KA Kabiru Adebayo Corners: Team 1 over 4.5odds 1.61 Lost

The total here looks slightly overpriced. My usual play is under 3.5 goals, and it keeps hitting. Take yesterday's Galatasaray vs Villarreal match: it ended 1-2, and that score was already set by halftime.

OO Obinna Olawale Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.42 Won

Liverpool's new coaching staff has them playing an ultra-aggressive vertical style with a high defensive line. Monaco's fast flanks are perfectly built to exploit that on the counterattack, making a goal exchange practically inevitable — I'm backing both teams to score.

BI Babatunde Ibe Handicap 1 (-1)odds 1.80 Lost

This friendly against Monaco is Liverpool's final tune-up before the league season, and they'll be eager to deliver an entertaining performance at Anfield. Monaco have dangerous attackers and love to play on the break, so they'll likely grab a goal themselves. Still, Liverpool's class edge and high-pressing style should prove decisive in an open, high-scoring match. I see it ending 3-1 or 2-1 to the hosts, which is why I'm taking them with a -1 handicap at 1.80.

KA Kayode Adeyemi Team 1 over 2odds 1.69 Void

Liverpool are clearly the better side going into this Club Friendly against Monaco, and I fully expect them to win the match. What’s more, I see them scoring at least two goals—the team’s attacking rhythm should be sharp enough to put a couple past the opposition. The price at 1.69 looks reasonable for what I’m backing.

GN Gabriel Nwachukwu Result: 1odds 1.53 Lost

This one's straightforward—Liverpool cruise to victory. No hesitation on that.

CN Collins Nnaji Over 3.5odds 2.02 Won

Both Liverpool and Monaco are attack-minded sides that consistently produce goals. Neither team knows how to rein things in and play a low-scoring game. That's why I'm backing over 3.5 goals at 2.02.

CL Chinedu Lawal Handicap 1 (-1.5)odds 2.27 Lost

I’m backing Liverpool to cover a -1.5 handicap against Monaco. My gut wanted to go with both teams to score, but I’m fully convinced the hosts will roll to a blowout victory. That’s why I’m locking in this pick.

SN Samuel Nnaji Over 3.5odds 2.02 Won

Over 3.5 total goals in the Liverpool–Monaco friendly is the call at 2.02. That’s where my money goes.

B big.fan68 Team 2 over 1odds 1.79 Won
C chineduace Over 4odds 2.61 Won

This pre-season friendly between Liverpool and Monaco is a prime candidate for goals. I'm backing over 4 at 2.61 — expect both sides to put on an entertaining show.

A ayodeleguru Both teams to score — Yesodds 1.46 Won
UO Uche Obi Result: 1odds 1.54 Lost

Liverpool are the clear side to take in this friendly. I’m backing them to handle Monaco and get the win without much fuss.

TE Tunde Ekwueme Double chance: X2odds 2.42 Won

Liverpool have already wrapped up the group, so expect a full-scale rotation from Slot. That means kids, backups, and a system that hasn’t played together much. Monaco, meanwhile, still need a result to secure their knockout spot, and they’ve been decent on the road. The hosts’ intensity will drop, and the visitors have enough pace on the break to nick something. Backing Monaco not to lose feels like the smart play here.

CG Collins G. Result: 1odds 1.60 Lost

Liverpool and Monaco meet in a pre-season friendly, and on paper, there’s a clear gap in class. The Reds have completely reshuffled the deck this summer—Arne Slot is out, Andoni Iraola is in, and the club has already splashed serious cash: €40 million on Muniz from Osasuna and €63 million on Jérémy from Rennes. Rumors are also heating up around Barcola, who’s reportedly 90% done as a Liverpool player. After a disappointing season where they barely scraped into the Champions League, the ambition is obvious.

Three friendlies so far: wins over Sunderland 4-2 and Wrexham 1-0, then a loss to Leeds 2-4. Monaco have played one more: beat Saint-Priest 5-2, lost to Sporting, and drew with Cercle Brugge before a narrow win over Getafe. Still, Liverpool are the stronger side. Not everyone is back from holiday yet, but key names like Wirtz are already training with the group. If the big guns start, this should be a straightforward win. Monaco looked weak against Sporting—no real threat. Liverpool take this one.

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Liverpool vs Monaco — odds

❓ Frequently asked questions

When and where is the Liverpool vs Monaco friendly?

The match takes place on August 9, 2026, at 14:30 at Anfield, Liverpool's home stadium.

Who is the favorite to win?

Liverpool are considered favorites, especially with the debut of new manager Andoni Iraola at Anfield. The main prediction is Liverpool to win with a handicap of -1.5 at odds of 2.43.

What are the key injuries for Liverpool?

Liverpool are without Joe Gomez, Hugo Ekitike, and several others due to injury. Alexis Mac Allister is also unavailable as he is still on leave after the World Cup.

How are Monaco's preparations going?

Monaco have had mixed friendly results, including a win over Getafe and a loss to Sporting. They are dealing with the sales of key players like Alaji Bamba and Maghnes Akliouche, but have made new signings.

What is the recommended bet for this match?

The main prediction is Liverpool to win with a handicap (-1.5) at odds of 2.43. Additionally, over 3.5 total goals is suggested at odds of 2.05 due to both teams' attacking focus and defensive vulnerabilities.

Are there any notable debutants or returning players?

Liverpool's new signing Víctor Muñoz is eager to make his debut, while Virgil van Dijk, Cody Gakpo, and Alisson have resumed training. For Monaco, players like Lamine Camara and Denis Zakaria are back after the World Cup.