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Champions League Showdown: Key Players Face Fitness Woes

3/18/2026

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Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate is fit to play after hamstring discomfort, while Joe Gomez remains a doubt.
Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali will be assessed for illness, with Lewis Miley and Bruno Guimaraes among players out long-term.
Tottenham Hotspur's Cristian Romero returns from injury.
Tottenham Hotspur's Joao Palhinha remains sidelined.
Other players, including Richarlison and Conor Gallagher, face fitness concerns as teams prepare to advance in the Champions League.

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Liverpool defender Ibrahima Konate is fit to play after hamstring discomfort, while Joe Gomez remains a doubt.
Newcastle United's Sandro Tonali will be assessed for illness, with Lewis Miley and Bruno Guimaraes among players out long-term.
Tottenham Hotspur's Cristian Romero returns from injury.
Tottenham Hotspur's Joao Palhinha remains sidelined.
Other players, including Richarlison and Conor Gallagher, face fitness concerns as teams prepare to advance in the Champions League.