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Mark Wakefield

Liverpool vs Real Madrid channel, live stream and kick-off time

Liverpool are getting ready to face Real Madrid in their Champions League last-16 tie tonight.

The Reds welcome the La Liga giants to Anfield this evening for the first leg of their tie in the prestigious competition. It will see a rematch of last season's final in Paris, which Liverpool lost 1-0 thanks to a goal from Vinicius Jr.

Jurgen Klopp's side go into tonight's match on the back of a hard-fought win over Newcastle United in the Premier League. For Madrid, they beat Osasuna 2-0 in La Liga on Saturday night.

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Ahead of tonight's game, here are the key things that you need to know if you’re not lucky enough to be at Anfield to watch the action unfold.

What channel is Liverpool vs Real Madrid on?

Liverpool vs Real Madrid is being broadcast live on BT Sport 1 HD, with coverage starting at 7pm.

You will also be able to watch the game live on the BT Sport app, as well as on Sky Go.

Fans can watch the game using a BT Sport Pass here.

What time is kick-off for Liverpool vs Real Madrid?

The kick-off time for Liverpool vs Real Madrid at 8pm this evening at Anfield.

Team news will be announced at approximately 6.45pm, a little over an hour before kick-off.

How else can I follow Liverpool vs Real Madrid?

Ian Doyle, Paul Gorst and Theo Squires will all be in attendance at Anfield to watch Liverpool’s clash against Real Madrid.

The ECHO will have a dedicated LIVE blog that will be running all evening to provide you with the build-up, team news, goal updates and post-match reaction.

Where can I watch Liverpool vs Real Madrid highlights?

BT Sport will upload short video highlights on their Youtube channel some time after the final whistle.

The ECHO will be on hand post-match to provide all of the reaction to the match from Anfield. This will include Klopp’s post-match comments, any pundit views as well as even more reaction.

Early Liverpool vs Real Madrid team news

Darwin Nunez has a “chance” of playing against Real Madrid, as confirmed by Klopp. The striker suffered with pain in his shoulder during the weekend’s win over Newcastle, but did take part in training on Monday night.

Luis Diaz, Ibrahima Konate, Calvin Ramsay and Thiago Alcantara remain sidelined with their respective injuries.

For Madrid, Aurelien Tchouameni and Toni Kroos have been ruled out after not being included in their travelling squad. Elsewhere, Ferland Mendy is still ruled out with a thigh injury.

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