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Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson picked up the injury late on

Kelleher set for Liverpool chance after Alisson injury

Arne Slot does not expect goalkeeper Alisson to be available for Liverpool's Premier League match against Chelsea later this month after he sustained a suspected hamstring injury in their 1-0 win at Crystal Palace.

Soccer • 05 Oct 24

Alisson and Caoimhin Kelleher will both miss the Community Shield

Alisson and Jota out of Community Shield

Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson and forward Diogo Jota will play no part in their Community Shield game against Manchester City as they continue to recover from injuries.

Soccer • 28 Jul 22

Alisson (L) and Fabinho could be sidelined this weekend

Updated Klopp and Pep still unsure whether Brazilians can play

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits he still does not know whether he will be able to select Alisson or Fabinho this weekend after the Brazil Football Confederation asked FIFA to ban the players.

Soccer • 10 Sep 21

Alisson conceded three goals in seven second-half minutes

More misery for Alisson as Liverpool lose at Leicester

Alisson suffered another nightmare as Liverpool's title defence was left hanging by a thread after a late collapse saw them lose 3-1 against Leicester City.

Soccer • 13 Feb 21

Kelleher is 'brilliant... the new generation of keeper'

Caoimhin Kelleher has been described as "the new generation of goalkeeper" by departing Liverpool back-up Andy Lonergan, who also said the Irishman needs to leave Merseyside on loan to continue his progression.

Soccer • 04 Aug 20

Jordan Henderson has been out since injuring a hamstring three weeks ago.

Henderson returns for Reds but Alisson still struggling

Captain Jordan Henderson is fit for Liverpool's crucial Champions League last-16 second leg tie at home to Atletico Madrid.

Soccer • 10 Mar 20

Lionel Messi (L) tries to skip past Alex Sandro

Messi fires Argentina past Brazil in Saudi Arabia

Lionel Messi made a successful return to international football as Argentina gained a measure of revenge on Brazil for this summer's Copa America semi-final defeat with a 1-0 win in Riyadh.

Soccer • 15 Nov 19

Alisson: "I'm on a good way, I think we are nearly there."

All eyes on Kelleher as Alisson steps closer to return

All Irish eyes will be on Caoimhin Kelleher for Liverpool's Carabao Cup game at MK Dons tonight but the Reds No 1 Alisson Becker feels he is "nearly there" as he continues his recovery from the calf injury he sustained on the opening day of the Premier League season.

Soccer • 25 Sep 19

Caoimhin Kelleher: "Klopp makes everyone feel a part of it, makes everyone feel like they're making a difference to the team."

Kelleher learning his trade under Reds No 1 Alisson

Republic of Ireland Under-21 stopper Caoimhin Kelleher is learning all he can from Alisson Becker as he attempts to push the older man all the way for the goalkeeper's shirt at Liverpool.

Soccer • 03 Sep 19

Van Dijk backs Adrian to cover for injured Alisson

Liverpool goalkeeper Adrian's Premier League experience can help him seamlessly slot into their starting lineup if first choice Alisson is out for a long spell with a calf injury, defender Virgil van Dijk has said.

Soccer • 11 Aug 19

Alisson was signed from Roma during the summer

Klopp brings in a second goalkeeping coach

Liverpool are set to bolster their backroom staff further with the appointment of a second goalkeeping coach.

Soccer • 13 Sep 18

Caoimhin Kelleher: "It was an easy decision." Photo: Liverpool FC

Kelleher's star keeps rising as he pens new Reds deal

Teenage Irish goalkeeper Caoimhin Kelleher has signed a new contract with Liverpool as his star continues to rise on Merseyside.

Soccer • 30 Aug 18

Alisson made his competitive bow for Liverpool against West Ham

Van Dijk hails instant impact of 'vocal' Alisson

New Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson's commanding presence and skill on the ball is boosting the defensive players' confidence, according to Dutch centre-back Virgil van Dijk.

Soccer • 14 Aug 18

Jurgen Klopp: "We don't need 12 centre-halves."

Klopp calm over defensive cover ahead of big kick-off

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp is not concerned by his defensive options heading into the opening weekend of the season, despite being able to field only one senior centre-back in the 3-1 friendly win over Torino.

Soccer • 08 Aug 18

Klopp: Oblak would have cost us €100m

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp has defended the decision to make Alisson the world's most expensive goalkeeper.

Soccer • 27 Jul 18

Liverpool signed Brazil international Alisson from AS Roma this month

Alisson set for Liverpool debut in Dublin

Liverpool's new goalkeeper Alisson is "desperate" to play for the Merseyside club and could make his debut against Serie A side Napoli in Dublin in a pre-season match on Aug. 4, manager Juergen Klopp has said.

Soccer • 23 Jul 18

The Liverpool boss with Xherdan Shaqiri - one of his new signings

Klopp says he's changed his mind on transfer spending

'Did I change my opinion? Yes. That is true. But it is better to change your opinion than never have one.'

Soccer • 22 Jul 18

Alisson: "You can be certain that I'll give my all."

'A dream come true' - Liverpool unveil €75m Alisson

Liverpool have announced the signing of Brazil goalkeeper Alisson from Roma on a six-year contract.

Soccer • 20 Jul 18

Roma chief defends selling Alisson to Liverpool

Roma's sporting director Monchi has stressed selling Alisson "would not show a lack of ambition" as he confirmed the player was in Liverpool on Thursday.

Soccer • 19 Jul 18