Georginio Wijnaldum has a shot during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Georginio Wijnaldum: 'Liverpool fans have been waiting for this moment'
Liverpool midfielder Georginio Wijnaldum insists that he will be thinking of the fans who have been "waiting for a moment like this" as the Reds face Real Madrid in Kiev.
May 26, 16:14
Gareth Bale in action for Real Madrid in September 2017
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane to start Gareth Bale in Champions League final?
Real Madrid boss Zinedine Zidane decides to hand Gareth Bale a start in the Champions League final against Liverpool in Kiev, according to a report in the press.
May 26, 16:00
Jurgen Klopp arrives for the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
David Wagner: 'Jurgen Klopp is the nectar for Liverpool'
Huddersfield Town boss David Wagner says that close friend Jurgen Klopp is "the nectar" that brings Liverpool together as the Reds prepare to take on Real Madrid in Kiev.
May 26, 14:55
A night-time view of Kiev's NSC Olimpiyskiy Stadium ahead of the Champions League final between Liverpool and Real Madrid on May 26, 2018
Live Coverage: Real Madrid vs. Liverpool - Champions League final buildup
Sports Mole brings you live updates of the buildup to the Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool in Kiev.
May 26, 13:00
Real Madrid's Marco Asensio celebrates scoring during the Champions League final against Juventus on June 3, 2017
Liverpool 'had £130m Marco Asensio bid rejected'
Liverpool reportedly failed with a bid in the region of £130m for Real Madrid playmaker Marco Asensio.
May 26, 11:16
Andrew Robertson in action during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Andrew Robertson: 'Liverpool need to use any Champions League nerves positively'
Liverpool full-back Andrew Robertson calls on his Reds teammates to put any potential nerves to good use ahead of their Champions League final against Real Madrid.
May 26, 09:50
Virgil van Dijk in action during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Virgil van Dijk: 'Liverpool must enjoy every bit of Champions League final'
Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk calls on his teammates to 'enjoy every bit' of their Champions League final experience as they prepare to take on Real Madrid in Kiev.
May 26, 09:37
Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Mohamed Salah's long-term potential not important'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp is uninterested in whether Mohamed Salah can become the world's top player, but acknowledges that the forward has had an "outstanding" season.
May 25, 16:37
Jurgen Klopp at the Premier League match between Liverpool and Stoke City on April 28, 2018
Jurgen Klopp grateful to have shot at Champions League redemption
Jurgen Klopp admits that he is spurred on to taste victory against Real Madrid on Saturday evening after losing his only previous Champions League final.
May 25, 16:24
Sergio Ramos embraces Cristiano Ronaldo during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Jurgen Klopp: 'Real Madrid more confident than Liverpool'
Jurgen Klopp hopes to get the better of Zinedine Zidane tactically in Saturday's Champions League final at the NSC Olimpiyskiy Stadium.
May 25, 15:15
Zinedine Zidane watches on during the Copa del Rey game between Real Madrid and Leganes on January 24, 2018
Jurgen Klopp praises "brilliant" Zinedine Zidane ahead of final
Jurgen Klopp hails Zinedine Zidane for turning Real Madrid into a European force, with the Frenchman aiming to win a third successive Champions League crown.
May 25, 15:05
Jurgen Klopp in action during the Champions League quarter-final game between Liverpool and Manchester City on April 4, 2018
Liverpool owner John W Henry: 'Jurgen Klopp has done a tremendous job'
Liverpool owner John W Henry admits that he took some persuading to appoint Jurgen Klopp as manager in 2015, but is delighted with the decision.
May 25, 14:41
Roberto Firmino celebrates scoring the fourth during the Premier League game between Bournemouth and Liverpool on December 17, 2017
Combined XI: Real Madrid vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole picks a combined XI from those expected to be available for this weekend's Champions League final between Real Madrid and Liverpool.
May 25, 13:42
Liverpool winger Mohamed Salah celebrates after scoring during his side's Champions League clash with Sevilla on September 13, 2017
How Liverpool could line up against Real Madrid
Sports Mole looks at how Jurgen Klopp could set out his Liverpool side for their Champions League final showdown with Real Madrid.
May 25, 13:41
Jurgen Klopp celebrates during the Champions League playoff between Liverpool and Hoffenheim on August 23, 2017
Mohamed Salah: 'Jurgen Klopp has been a very close friend'
Mohamed Salah thanks Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp for giving him and his attacking teammates the freedom to terrorise defences.
May 25, 10:19
Emre Can in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Liverpool and Porto on March 6, 2018
James Milner, Emre Can fit for Champions League final
Jurgen Klopp admits to being 'surprised' by Emre Can's return to fitness for Saturday's Champions League final, while James Milner is also back in contention.
May 25, 09:32
Nabil Fekir in action for Lyon in October 2017
Liverpool to seal Nabil Fekir deal after Champions League final?
A report claims that France international midfielder Nabil Fekir will complete a £60m move from Lyon to Liverpool within the next week.
May 25, 08:09
Sergio Ramos embraces Cristiano Ronaldo during the Champions League game between Borussia Dortmund and Real Madrid on September 26, 2017
Fernando Morientes: 'Success will come down to team'
Former Real Madrid and Liverpool forward Fernando Morientes says that Los Blancos will need to 'collectively play well' in order to triumph in the Champions League final.
May 24, 19:16
Jurgen Klopp in action during the Champions League quarter-final game between Liverpool and Manchester City on April 4, 2018
Preview:Real Madrid vs. Liverpool - prediction, team news, lineups
Sports Mole provides predicted lineups, team news and a full match preview of the 2017-18 Champions League final as holders Real Madrid take on Liverpool in Kiev.
May 24, 17:32
Liverpool captain Jordan Henderson barks orders during his side's Premier League clash with Watford at Vicarage Road on August 12, 2017
Jordan Henderson: Europa League final defeat "worst feeling ever"
Jordan Henderson believes that Liverpool's 3-1 loss to Sevilla in the 2016 Europa League final was the starting point to this year's run in the Champions League.
May 24, 17:00
Georginio Wijnaldum has a shot during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Georginio Wijnaldum: 'Liverpool have a big chance of beating Real Madrid'
Georginio Wijnaldum admits that Liverpool face "a big challenge" when they take on Real Madrid, but is confident of ending Los Blancos' European dominance.
May 24, 10:54
Mohamed Salah celebrates scoring the second during the Champions League semi-final game between Liverpool and Roma on April 24, 2018
Combined XI: Liverpool 2005 vs. 2018
Ahead of Saturday's Champions League final in Kiev, Sports Mole selects a combined XI from Liverpool's class of 2004-05 and the current crop.
May 24, 07:59
Wales forward Ben Woodburn scores on his international debut against Austria at the Principality Stadium on September 2, 2017
Report: Steven Gerrard wants Ben Woodburn on loan at Rangers
Rangers manager Steven Gerrard is reportedly eyeing up a season-long loan move for teenage forward Ben Woodburn, who is on the periphery of things at Liverpool.
May 23, 11:35
Emre Can in action during the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Liverpool ace Emre Can to undergo Juventus medical next week?
Liverpool midfielder Emre Can will finalise his move to Juventus next week when undergoing a medical in Turin, according to a report.
May 23, 10:44
Jurgen Klopp arrives for the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Liverpool 'to begin negotiations with Barcelona over signing of Ousmane Dembele'
Liverpool are reportedly on the verge of opening talks with Barcelona over the signing of Ousmane Dembele.
May 22, 21:07
Real Madrid's Marcelo in action against Tottenham Hotspur in the Champions League on October 17, 2017
Real Madrid star Marcelo: 'Press will kill us if we lose Champions League final'
Real Madrid star Marcelo says that the press will either 'kill them or praise them' depending on the result of the Champions League final against Liverpool.
May 22, 18:59
Toni Kroos in action for Real Madrid in May 2016
Toni Kroos likens Liverpool team to "11 animals" ahead of Champions League final
Real Madrid midfielder Toni Kroos says that he is expecting to take on "11 animals" when they play Liverpool in the Champions League final.
May 22, 18:42
Harry Kane in action for England in October 2017
Harry Kane: 'Liverpool reached CL final, so England can win World Cup'
England striker Harry Kane says that the team should take inspiration from Liverpool's Champions League campaign.
May 22, 18:10
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge in action during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Daniel Sturridge falls out with Jurgen Klopp over Champions League snub?
Liverpool striker Daniel Sturridge is reportedly frustrated with Jurgen Klopp for not inviting him to watch the Champions League final in Kiev.
May 21, 21:46
Steven Gerrard in charge of Liverpool under-19s on February 21, 2018
Steven Gerrard: 'Liverpool must go and deliver in Champions League final'
Steven Gerrard tells the Liverpool team to grasp the opportunity when they face Real Madrid in the Champions League final.
May 21, 19:47
Dishevelled Reds boss Jurgen Klopp watches on during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Chelsea on November 25, 2017
Xabi Alonso: 'Liverpool must keep emotions in check against Real Madrid'
Xabi Alonso advises Liverpool's players to keep a lid on their emotions for the Champions League final against Real Madrid.
May 21, 18:11
Jamaal Lascelles in action for Newcastle United on September 10, 2017
Liverpool keen on Jamaal Lascelles, James Tarkowski?
Liverpool reportedly identify both Newcastle United defender Jamaal Lascelles and Burnley centre-back James Tarkowski as possible signings during the summer.
May 21, 16:31
Emre Can in action during the Champions League round-of-16 game between Liverpool and Porto on March 6, 2018
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp: 'I have no clue on Emre Can future'
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp claims that he has "no clue" over whether Emre Can will remain at Anfield or sign a long-term deal with Juventus.
May 21, 15:35
Virgil van Dijk in action for the Reds during the FA Cup game between Liverpool and Everton on January 5, 2018
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp pleased with Virgil van Dijk, Dejan Lovren pairing
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp admits that he has been delighted with the development of the defensive partnership between Virgil van Dijk and Dejan Lovren.
May 21, 15:08
Jurgen Klopp arrives for the Premier League game between Swansea City and Liverpool on January 22, 2018
Jurgen Klopp relishing Zinedine Zidane battle
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp says that he is looking forward to taking on "great footballing legend" Zinedine Zidane in the Champions League final.
May 21, 09:49
A general shot of the new Main Stand at Anfield ahead of Liverpool's Premier League clash with Watford on November 6, 2016
Liverpool 'eye move for Sampdoria midfielder Lucas Torreira'
Liverpool reportedly identify Sampdoria midfielder Lucas Torreira as a possible transfer target this summer, but could face competition from Napoli.
May 21, 09:05
Trent Alexander-Arnold celebrates getting on the scoresheet during the Premier League game between Liverpool and Swansea City on December 26, 2017
Trent Alexander-Arnold confident of Champions League glory
Liverpool defender Trent Alexander-Arnold insists that he is not daunted by the prospect of coming up against Real Madrid and Cristiano Ronaldo in the Champions League.
May 20, 12:51
A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016
Barcelona 'to allow Ousmane Dembele to leave on loan'
Barcelona are reportedly willing to let Ousmane Dembele leave the club on loan this summer amid speculation that Champions League finalists Liverpool are interested.
May 20, 12:07
Cristiano Ronaldo scores an overhead goal during Real Madrid's 3-0 win at Juventus in the Champions League on April 3, 2018
Jurgen Klopp: 'Cristiano Ronaldo's scoring figures are crazy'
Jurgen Klopp talks up the "crazy" goalscoring ability of Cristiano Ronaldo, admitting that Mohamed Salah still has a long way to go before matching the Portuguese.
May 20, 10:56
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp reacts during his side's Premier League clash with Newcastle United at St James' Park on October 1, 2017
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp: "I do not feel like an underdog"
Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admits that he 'likes the role' his side are in heading into next weekend's Champions League final against defending champions Real Madrid.
May 20, 10:44
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