Live match Liverpool vs Athletico Madrid
The Reds last faced Atleti in the Champions League round of 16 in 2020, where a last-minute Alvaro Morata goal in extra time sent Liverpoolout at Anfield.
With the game being the last to take place in front of a full stadium before the first UK lockdown, the German boss reacted angrily to the defeat, saying: “I don’t understand, with the quality they have, the football they play. ”
Klopp recently made an attempt to clarify his comments, but Atletico president Cerezo has defended his manager Diego Simeone’s style – and even made a sarcastic comment towards the Reds boss.
Lines up for Liverpool
Lineup for Athletico Madrid
Live match Liverpool ‘s Athletico Madrid