By: Liverpool and Lille is set for today’s game for their Europa League last-16 second leg tie. The match will be held at Anfield stadium and will start at 4:05 p.m. ET. Liverpool was defeated by Lille last week, March 11.
Liverpool boss Rafael Benitez admitted that it will not be an easy game for them. After a 1-0 defeat last week, the team knows that they have to work hard. Although it is a home game and Liverpool fans were there to destroy Lille’s focus in the game, he warned his players not to be over-confident. He said that their game against Lille is a bit different compare to their game against Portsmouth.
Alberto Aquilani will miss the game. He was not able to attend the practice on Wednesday because he is sick.
LIVERPOOL VS LILLE LIVE HIGHLIGHTS AND RESULTS
Lille are enjoying their game right now with midfielder Florent Balmont winning a free kick after he was pushed in the back by Liverpool’s midfielder, Javier Mascherano. At 7 minutes in the game, the Reds took an early shot coming from midfielder Steven Gerrard. First half ended with Liverpool up by one!
At 49 minutes in the game, Fernando Torres lifts the ball over the keeper to put the Reds ahead on aggregate. That was a nice pass from Gerrard. Torres was about to be subbed when he scored for another goal for his team with one minute left in the game. Liverpool won!
| Team | Final Score |
|---|---|
| Liverpool | 3 |
| Lille Metropole | 0 |
