Arnold will of course be the center of attention as he returns to Liverpool just a few months after leaving for Real Madrid but will probably get a varied reception from home fans. While former Liverpool midfield star Xabi Alonso will get a warm welcome back as he leads Real Madrid at Anfield and it is easy to see the Spaniard one day become Liverpool's manager.

Steve Nicol admits Liverpool aren't favourites vs. Real Madrid and urges the team to put in a good performance.

Trent Alexander-Arnold may finally make his appearance for Real Madrid in a match of notable consequence, potentially doing so in a fitting venue -- Anfield.

Ibrahima Konate is likely to have a far more important role to play in the outcome of the game, with the defender under pressure to prove his worth - to both teams...

Real have won all three of their European games thus far and return to Anfield with a number of subplots.