Alisson Becker will miss Liverpool UEFA Champions League Round of 16 first-leg clash against Galatasaray on March 10, 2026, after suffering a minor fitness issue as reported by fabrizo Romano via their x handle .
Romano reported;
Alisson will miss Liverpool game vs Galatasaray this week with a fitness issue.
Mamardashvili to start in goal for #LFC against Gala.
The Brazilian goalkeeper trained with the squad at the AXA Training Centre on Monday but reported discomfort toward the end of the session. Liverpool’s medical staff decided not to risk him, especially as he has already missed several matches this season through injury.
In his absence, Giorgi Mamardashvili is expected to start in goal for the Reds at Rams Park. The Georgian shot-stopper will be making his 11th appearance for the club and previously stepped in when Alisson was injured during a 1–0 defeat to Galatasaray earlier this season.
Despite the setback, Alisson has remained an influential presence around the squad. The goalkeeper recently spoke about the internal situation involving teammate Mohamed Salah, suggesting that the forward is experienced enough to understand the consequences of his actions amid tensions with the club.
Off the pitch, Alisson has also drawn attention for his personal routines before matches. Ahead of a recent game against Burnley, he was seen arriving at the stadium reading his Bible, something he has often said helps him maintain peace, focus, and confidence before big games.
Softfootball reported that Liverpool’s travelling squad for the trip to Istanbul includes Mamardashvili, Woodman and Misciur as the available goalkeepers, while Federico Chiesa is another notable absentee after failing to recover in time for the match.
