A massive night in Champions League where two European giants take on each other and Captain Virgil Van Dijk says he cannot wait to play.
The Reds take on Real Madrid after four successive victories in the Champions League. Liverpool are the only team in the Champions league this season with a 100% win record.
The Reds will be hoping to continue the streak. Massive week for Liverpool as Manchester City awaits the Reds at Anfield on Sunday.
Also Read: Will Trent Alexander-Arnold play against Real Madrid? Full Liverpool squad trained for UCL clash
Virgil Van Dijk on massive Champions League clash against Madrid
The Reds are in fine form as they welcome Spanish giants Real Madrid to Anfield. Madrid currently sit 21st in the UCL table, already loosing two games.
“It’s the Champions League, it’s a massive game, a beautiful fixture for the neutral, and it’s one that we want to come out on top of.” Van Dijk on Champions League clash via Liverpool FC
“As I say, we are looking forward to this. Our results this season have been really good, and that gives us a lot of confidence, no matter the opponent.”
Also Read: ‘Get out’- Former Liverpool youngster’s dad urges him to leave his current club
“Of course, we know the quality of the team we will be up against. They are the reigning European champions, and they have world-class players in every position. We cannot ignore that, and we have to make sure that we are ready to fight from the very first whistle. We know that Anfield will be loud and that the fans will be right behind us.”
Recent results against Real Madrid haven’t been great. Last time Real Madrid visited Anfield in the Champions League the Reds lost 5-2, but as Van Dijk revealed the recent form of the team has been good which gives fans the confidence.