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Liverpool surprised everyone last season by reaching the finals of the Champions League. They might have even lifted the trophy for the sixth time if Loris Karius didn't have an awful game between the posts.
Jurgen Klopp's men broke the all-time record for goals in a single UEFA Champions League season with an extraordinary total of 47 goals last term out.
This season, however, they are drawn up against Paris St. Germain, Napoli, and Red Star Belgrade, which will mark a tough test for Klopp’s side.
Nevertheless, the Reds possess all the qualities to get through this difficult group. Right on this note, here are the three reasons why Liverpool will qualify for the Champions League knockout phase.
#3. Summer Signings
Liverpool were the most active club in the Premier League in terms of transfer activity as they went on a spending spree to procure four big-money signings in order to bolster their ranks for the upcoming season.
Loris Karius made some fatal mistakes last season, especially in the finals due to which Liverpool lost the finals against Real Madrid. To fix this, Jurgen Klopp signed the former Roma man Allison Becker for a whopping amount of £65 million.
Along with the second most expensive goalkeeper of all time, Liverpool upgraded their midfield with the signings of Naby Keita and Fabinho. Klopp also brought in Xherdan Shaqiri from Stoke City to add depth on the bench.
Liverpool were fearsome up front last season, but they look strong throughout and are the team to beat this season.
#2. Anfield factor
One of the biggest advantages of playing at the home ground is that the teams have the crowd behind them, roaring them on and filling them with confidence. On the other hand, their opponents have to deal with the crowd's open hostility or even its silent contempt, which both drain confidence.
However, the picture is way bigger when it comes to Anfield. Liverpool fans are known for being the craziest and the loudest fans of all. When they cheer on their team, you won't be able to hear cheers for any other team. In fact, even in the away games, Liverpool fans roar for their team so loud that the cheers for the home team become inaudible.
Anfield has long been acclaimed for its atmosphere on big occasions – especially grand European nights, and the visiting teams always have a difficult time in front of the Kop.
#1. Attackers
With one of the most lethal front-threes in Europe, Liverpool are capable of dismantling any team on their day.
The Reds' front three made history in the UCL last year: Salah recorded 10 goals and four assists, Mane bagged 10 goals and a solitary assist, while Firmino scored 10 goals and seven assists. Given the fact that they are all 26-years-old and are in their prime, Klopp will be looking to do better and win his first trophy with the club.
Sadio Mane has started this season in brilliant form and is currently the joint-top goalscorer in the Premier League. Mohamed Salah and Roberto Firmino also opened their accounts for the season with two and one goals to their names respectively.
The acquisition of Naby Keita adds further creativity in the team. Also, Xherdan Shaqiri and Daniel Sturridge are there as back up options if any of the front three fails to fire.
