Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp says the club need to play ‘two super games’ against Real Madrid to go through
As Liverpool prepares to take on Real Madrid in the Champions League round of 16, Jurgen Klopp has emphasised the importance of playing ‘two super games’ in order to progress to the quarterfinals. It’s clear that the Liverpool manager understands the magnitude of the task at hand, and is urging his team to give their all in the upcoming matches.
Despite back-to-back wins against Everton and Newcastle, Liverpool have struggled for consistency in the league this season. The Reds have stood plagued by injuries and inconsistent performances, and currently have an outside chance in a tough battle for a top-four finish.
However, Klopp would obviously know that the Champions League is a different competition altogether and that his team has what it takes to rise to the occasion. But, we are facing what is the personification of European royalty in Real Madrid.
Here is what Klopp said ahead of the occasion via Liverpool Echo:
“We need to play two super games to go through. Madrid don’t need to play special and they still have a chance.”
Don Carlo against Jurgen Klopp
Liverpool’s history against Real Madrid is also a factor that cannot stand ignored. The two teams have faced off in two Champions League finals, with Real Madrid coming out on top on both occasions. Moreover, they also knocked us out of the competition in 2020’s QF as well.
These defeats will surely be on the minds of Liverpool players and fans alike, as they look to overcome the Spanish giants this time around. Despite these challenges, there is reason for optimism in the Liverpool camp.
The Reds are coming off two solid performances against tough opponents, but in all fairness and all due respect, they aren’t on the same level as Los Blancos and Anfield will need to be beyond full power for the Reds to get charged up and try to get the better of their visitors.
Ultimately, Klopp’s comments about the need for Liverpool to play “two super games” highlight the challenges that his team faces in the competition. However, the Reds have shown that they are capable of producing excellent performances when it matters most, and they will be determined to do just that against Real Madrid.
As the two teams prepare to face off, Liverpool fans will be hoping that their team can rise to the occasion and deliver the ‘super games’ that Klopp has called for. The road ahead will be tough, but with their quality, Liverpool has every chance of progressing to the quarterfinals and beyond.
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Klopp’s aforementioned comments show that he views Real Madrid as the favourites to win here and wants Liverpool to put in a big effort to beat the 14-time UCL champions. Good. We have seemed to thrive when we are the underdogs.
