Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says his team faces a difficult task in the Champions League after they were drawn against Bayern Munich in the round of 16 today.
The Reds head into Christmas in high spirits after securing their place in the last 16 with a dramatic win over Napoli as well as a 3-1 success against North West rivals Manchester United on Sunday.
Former Borussia Dortmund boss Klopp knows the Bundesliga well and has been linked with the Bayern job in the past.
When asked what he thought about the draw, Klopp replied: "Difficult... a good draw. It was clear it would be difficult and they are obviously a top side. For me it’s nice, going to Germany. But it’s just the draw.
"So we have now time to prepare the game, a lot of time obviously, and hopefully we have all our players available then. It will be a tough one, an interesting one, and I am looking forward to it.
"This is a different Bayern than what I played, we are already here for three years (and) since the Audi Cup. We all know the stadium, the atmosphere will be great. It’s a really nice trip for all our supporters, it’s a wonderful city, so that’s all good. The flight is not too long and we obviously know more about German football than about any other league, that’s true, but that doesn’t make a big, massive difference. In the end, the boys have to decide it on the pitch. Let’s give it a try."
First Leg: Tuesday 19 February (H)
Second Leg: Wednesday 13 March (A)
Ticket details will be announced on in due course.
