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Liverpool vs PSG: Reds will win Champions League clash for one reason - Harry Redknapp
LIVERPOOL will beat Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League this evening thanks largely to the atmosphere at Anfield.
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That is according to former Tottenham, West Ham and Portsmouth manager Harry Redknapp.
Liverpool welcome Ligue 1 champions PSG for their first Champions League game of the season.
Jurgen Klopp’s side reached the final of the competition last term and have started this campaign well, winning their first five Premier League games.
But PSG are sure to be a stern test for the Reds, having also won their first five league games of the season.
I fancy Liverpool, I really do. As great a players as they’ve got, the atmosphere at Liverpool is incredible
Anfield is known for its atmosphere on European nights and Redknapp believes it will play a big impact against PSG.
Tottenham visit Inter Milan (5.55pm) before Liverpool kick off at 8pm, and Redknapp is excited for this evening’s action.
“It’s got the makings of a great (game),” Redknapp said of Liverpool vs PSG on talkSPORT.
“What a great night of football. The early kick-off and then we’ve got Liverpool.
“I won’t be going anywhere tonight, that’s for sure.
“I fancy Liverpool, I really do. As great a players as they’ve got, the atmosphere at Liverpool is incredible.
“I just think tonight, a European night, Anfield, I wouldn’t be surprised if Liverpool turned them over tonight.
“I’ve just got a fancy for Liverpool.”
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Roberto Firmino remains a doubt for tonight's match with an eye injury picked up in the win over Tottenham on Saturday.
Daniel Sturridge could make his first Champions League start in his Liverpool career if Firmino does not make it.
Summer signings Alisson, Xherdan Shaqiri, Fabinho and Naby Keita could make their first appearance for the Reds in the competition.
PSG are likely to line up with a front three of Neymar, Edinson Cavani and Kylian Mbappe.