Top 5 key players expected to perform in Real Madrid vs Liverpool (UCL Final 2022); check out

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Jehan Mucadum
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UCL Final 2022: All roads lead to the Stade de France in Paris on Saturday as the Real Madrid face Liverpool in the Champions League final 2022.

After yet another absorbing and intense football season, the European calendar concludes with the Champions League and what a classic is expected.

Liverpool and Real Madrid are two of the most dominant sides from their respective countries in the Champions League and it is only fitting that they meet each other this season.

We look at the top 5 players expected to perform in this mega clash and enter their names into the history books of the UEFA Champions League.

Karim Benzema

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The Frenchman has smashed his best for the club this season having scored 15 goals in the Champions League.

He is 2 short of equalling the record set by ex-teammate, Cristiano; who scored 17 in a single edition.

Benzema is enjoying his best time and will be a key figure expected to deliver on the grandest of stages.

Luka Modric

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The midfield Supremo, Luka Modric is another player expected to perform well in the final.

In the last 3 knockout matches, Modric has led the way with decisive passing and crucial moments of calmness, control in mid-field.

Hence, he holds the aces and once again remains a target man for the Spanish side in this big game.

David Alaba

ImageAlaba joined Real Madrid in the summer and immediately made an impact in the heart of defence.

The Austrian is set to be tested against the likes of Salah, Mané and Diaz but we see him bringing out yet another performance signifying experience and vital presence.

He missed the 2nd leg of the semi-final against Man City and will be keen to get back and show his best in the big final on Saturday.

Mohamed Salah

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Salah will be out for revenge after missing out in the 2018 Final against Real Madrid due to injury.

The Egyptian has scored 8 goals and assisted 2 goals this season and aims to increase the tally in helping his side to another European title.

Liverpool’s number 11 is the man for the occasions and has shown his best this season as well.

Given the narrow loss to Man City in the EPL, Salah will want to help Liverpool finish with a 3rd trophy this season.

Luis Diaz

ImageThe Colombian is expected to deliver for the Reds once again after his exploits in the UCL semi-final against Villarreal.

Diaz’s instance impact for the Reds since his arrival from Porto has helped the team-mates grow as well.

From being called ‘Special’ by Robertson to Klopp’s ‘world-class’ Diaz has proved why he is an important cog in the Liverpool’s success.

The winger hopes for another impactful performance in the final as he looks set to start ahead of Diogo Jota.


       

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