CM: Ryan Gravenberch —A revelatory figure last season, Gravenberch has been used in defence and midfield in pre-season. With Liverpool ’s starting defenders returning, the Dutch midfielder should be stationed in his usual role.

Yet of course, there will be an air of distinct sadness to Sunday, as will be the case for every Liverpool game for the foreseeable future. The Community Shield will act as the club’s first competitive game since the tragic passing of Diogo Jota and his brother Andre Silva in July.

Liverpool face Crystal Palace in the 2025 Community Shield at Wembley. The Premier League champions look to start strong under Arne Slot, while FA Cup winners Palace, fresh off a historic triumph, aim to cause another upset in their Shield debut.