Greenwood Faces Liverpool for First Time Since Leaving Man Utd

Published on January 21, 2026

Former Manchester United striker Mason Greenwood is set to face Liverpool tonight in the UEFA Champions League, marking his first competitive match against an English club since leaving Old Trafford.

Greenwood, now a forward for French side Olympique de Marseille, is expected to feature in Marseille’s Champions League league phase clash with Liverpool at the Stade Vélodrome on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.

Greenwood has been in strong form this season, contributing goals and assists that have helped Marseille secure a spot in the continental competition. According to previews of the match, he is among the key attacking threats Marseille will field against the English giants.

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This fixture represents a notable moment in Greenwood’s career because it is his first competitive encounter with a club from his home country since his departure from Manchester United in 2024.

Liverpool, competing in the same Champions League group phase, face pressure to secure points as they chase qualification into the knockout rounds, while Marseille aim to build on a strong domestic and European campaign.

Fans around the football world are watching closely as Greenwood, now an established Ligue 1 forward prepares to take on a club he once competed against regularly in England’s top flight.

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Match kick-off: Tonight’s Champions League fixture begins at scheduled European kick-off times (local kickoff time may vary by region).

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