Liverpool target third straight win as Villarreal seek Anfield upset

Anfield will host a keenly contested meeting between Liverpool and Villarreal on Tuesday as the UEFA Champions League reaches its third matchday. Kick-off is scheduled for 19:00 GMT.

Liverpool head into the fixture with full confidence after a perfect start to their European campaign. The Reds are aiming for a third consecutive victory, which would take them a significant step closer to qualification.

Villarreal arrive in England determined to produce a surprise result. The Spanish club have been inconsistent this season, but their performance against Napoli showed they possess the quality to trouble some of Europe’s leading sides.

The match is expected to provide an open tactical contest, with both teams facing significant injury problems. Key players, including Szoboszlai and Nicolas Pepe, will be unavailable, leaving both squads reliant on their strength in depth.

Liverpool and Villarreal will therefore need their wider groups of players to make an impact during a major European occasion at Anfield.