Lille coach Bruno Genesio previewed the upcoming match against Liverpool in the Champions League.

Bruno Genesio on Liverpool Ahead of Champions League Match

Acknowledging Liverpool’s Strengths:

Bruno Genesio, the coach of Lille, shared his thoughts on facing Liverpool in the upcoming Champions League match. He highlighted the challenge his team will face, acknowledging that against such a strong opponent, Lille will have to adapt and do things they are not necessarily accustomed to. He stated, "Against this opponent, there will be moments where we will be forced to do things we're not really used to."

Tactics to Counter Liverpool’s Strengths:

Genesio emphasized that Lille is aware of Liverpool’s strengths and will devise strategies to counter them. He pointed out that no team comes to Anfield expecting to dominate possession, saying, "We will take their strengths into account and put measures in place to counter them, because no one comes here thinking they will give a masterclass in football with 80% possession."

Admiration for Klopp’s Work:

Despite the upcoming challenge, Genesio expressed his admiration for Jürgen Klopp’s work with Liverpool. He noted, "We can only admire what the coach [Klopp] does, what this team does, and it’s been a while now." He praised Liverpool’s consistency and remarkable performances over the years, highlighting their solid approach under Klopp’s management.

Liverpool’s Consistency and Dominance:

Genesio also pointed out Liverpool’s impressive record so far this season, noting that the team had only lost two matches since the beginning of the campaign. He remarked on their position at the top of the Premier League and their excellent run in the Champions League, where they have conceded just one goal. "They are consistent... They’ve only lost two matches since the start of the season. They’re at the top of the Premier League, at the top of the Champions League, where they’ve conceded only one goal."

This statement reflects the respect and awareness that Lille’s coach has for Liverpool’s quality and the challenge his team will face in the upcoming encounter.